Description
Smoky and hearty Smoked Sausage and Potatoes Skillet brings rustic comfort straight to your dinner table. Polish sausage, crispy potatoes, and caramelized onions meld together for a quick, satisfying meal that fills hungry souls with warmth and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
- 4 medium russet potatoes, diced
Vegetables:
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Optional Toppings:
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Hot sauce
Instructions
- Prepare a large skillet and warm 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat (375°F). Add diced potatoes seasoned with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder, creating an even layer across the pan.
- Sauté potatoes for 10-12 minutes, periodically rotating to ensure uniform golden-brown crispiness and tender interior. Transfer roasted potatoes to a separate plate, preserving their warmth.
- Utilize the same skillet, introducing remaining olive oil. Introduce sliced sausage, browning for 3-4 minutes until edges develop a rich, caramelized texture.
- Incorporate chopped onions, red bell peppers, and minced garlic into the sausage. Allow vegetables to soften and develop subtle caramelization for 5-7 minutes.
- Reintroduce roasted potatoes back into the skillet, gently mixing all ingredients to integrate flavors and ensure uniform heating.
- Warm the combined mixture for an additional 2-3 minutes, creating a harmonious blend of sausage, vegetables, and potatoes.
- Transfer to serving plates, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley. Optional: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese or drizzle hot sauce for enhanced flavor profile.
Notes
- Choose starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the best crispy exterior and creamy interior when cooking in the skillet.
- Opt for smoked sausage with low sodium to control salt levels and enhance the dish’s natural flavors without overwhelming saltiness.
- Swap bell peppers with zucchini or swap onions with green onions for different flavor profiles and dietary preferences.
- Make this recipe gluten-free by using certified gluten-free sausage and checking seasoning ingredients for potential gluten contamination.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg