Here’s a simple and hearty recipe for Crock Pot Smoked Sausage & Potatoes—perfect for a low-effort, one-pot meal:
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 lb (≈450 g) smoked sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces (like kielbasa or Andouille)
- 1.5 lbs (≈700 g) baby potatoes, halved
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (optional)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or water)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients:
- Slice the sausage, halve the potatoes, and chop the vegetables.
- Layer in Crock Pot:
- Place potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add onion, bell pepper (if using), and garlic on top.
- Sprinkle with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add the sausage pieces on top.
- Add Liquid:
- Pour chicken broth around the edges to avoid washing off seasoning.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Cook:
- Low: 6–7 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
- Potatoes should be tender and sausage heated through.
- Serve:
- Garnish with chopped parsley.
- Serve as-is for a filling meal or with bread on the side.
💡 Tips
- For extra flavor, brown the sausage in a pan first before adding it to the crock pot.
- You can add carrots or green beans in the last hour of cooking for more veggies.
- If you like a slightly creamy version, stir in 1/2 cup sour cream or cream cheese at the end.
If you want, I can also give a sheet-pan version that cooks all the sausage, potatoes, and veggies in the oven for a faster alternative with a roasted flavor.
Do you want that version?
