Description
This Hearty Smoked Sausage and Potatoes Skillet is a comforting and flavorful one-pan meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Featuring smoky sausage, tender baby potatoes, and sautéed vegetables seasoned with smoked paprika and thyme, it comes together in just 35 minutes and serves 4. The dish is rich, savory, and garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, making it a satisfying and easy-to-make skillet dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins and Vegetables
- 1 lb smoked sausage (such as Kielbasa or Andouille), sliced into rounds
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved or quartered
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper (red, yellow, or green), chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Seasonings and Liquids
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Potatoes: Add the halved or quartered baby potatoes to a skillet heated with olive oil. Cook them for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to brown and become tender. Once cooked, remove the potatoes from the skillet and set them aside.
- Sauté the Sausage and Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the sliced smoked sausage along with the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften and the sausage browns lightly, releasing its smoky flavors.
- Combine Everything: Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well to evenly coat the sausage and vegetables with the seasonings. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are fully cooked and all the flavors have melded together.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish the dish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately. This hearty sausage and potatoes skillet pairs well with a simple side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a spicier version, use Andouille sausage and add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- You can substitute baby potatoes with diced red or Yukon gold potatoes.
- Vegetarian option: replace smoked sausage with smoked tempeh or plant-based sausage and use vegetable broth.
- For extra crispiness, you can finish the potatoes under the broiler for 2-3 minutes before combining.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in a skillet or microwave.
