Description
Sausage and Potatoes delivers pure comfort straight from the skillet, where smoky links and golden potato chunks create a satisfying meal perfect for hungry families. Crispy edges, hearty flavors, and minimal cleanup make this classic dish a weeknight dinner champion that comes together faster than you can set the table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 1.5 pounds potatoes
- 1 small onion, chopped
Supporting Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Optional Add-Ins:
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 0.5 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 cup shredded cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash your Russet, Yukon Gold, or red potatoes and dice them into precise ½-inch cubes. Peel the potatoes if using Russet variety.
- Slice 1 pound of smoked sausage into uniform rounds approximately ¼-inch thick. Chop 1 small onion and mince 2 cloves of garlic into fine pieces.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet at medium temperature (375°F). Spread diced potatoes evenly and sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and ½ teaspoon dried thyme.
- Cook potatoes for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until they develop a golden-brown exterior and become fork-tender. Transfer potatoes to a separate plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Arrange sausage rounds in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until a crispy golden crust forms.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the sausage. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Return cooked potatoes to the skillet and gently combine with sausage, onion, and garlic. Optional: Add 1 sliced bell pepper or ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning for extra flavor.
- Cook the combined mixture for 2-3 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together. Optional: Sprinkle ½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese and cover skillet for 1 minute to melt.
- Garnish with 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately while hot, pairing with a crisp side salad or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for better texture and less falling apart during cooking.
- Adjust seasoning carefully, as smoked sausage already brings significant flavor to the dish.
- Allow potatoes to develop a crispy golden crust by not stirring too frequently while cooking.
- Consider using cast iron skillet for superior heat distribution and deeper caramelization of ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 26-31 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 325 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg