Sausage Potato Skillet

Sausage potato skillet is an easy, one-skillet dinner recipe. This recipe combines sausage, potatoes, and veggies in a tasty, comforting dish.

Smoked sausage or kielbasa can be a great ingredient to keep on hand for quick dinners. It has a fairly long fridge life, and it can be used in any number of recipes, like this sausage potato skillet.

This recipe is pretty simple; it's just smoked sausage, potatoes, and veggies that are sauteed and served up with a drizzle of tangy sauce. I've included tips below to help you prep part of the meal ahead of time in case you know that you'll be short on time when it's time to cook dinner.

Ingredient notes and substitutions

• Smoked sausage: You can use kielbasa, andouille sausage, or even chicken sausage as a substitute.
• Red potatoes: Yukon Gold or russet potatoes can be used instead of red potatoes.
• Bell pepper: Any color bell pepper can be used, or substitute with other vegetables like zucchini or carrots.
• Chicken Broth: Vegetable broth or beef broth can be used as an alternative.
• Dijon Mustard: Use whole-grain mustard or yellow mustard if you prefer.

How to make sausage potato skillet

Here you'll find step-by-step photos showing how to make this recipe. The full recipe, including ingredients, is given below.

Step 1: In a large non-stick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2: Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook until lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3: In the same skillet, add the cubed red potatoes, diced onion, diced red bell pepper, and minced garlic.

Step 4: Season with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 5: Add the chicken broth to the skillet and stir to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

Step 6: Cover the skillet and cook over medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.

Step 7: Uncover the skillet and add the browned sausage back to the pan.
Stir to combine with the potatoes and vegetables.

Step 8: In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Pour the mixture over the sausage and potatoes, stirring to coat evenly.

Step 9: Continue to cook, uncovered, for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend and any excess liquid to evaporate.

Step 10: Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Tips

• Heat: To make this dish spicier, add red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeño when sautéing the vegetables. You can also use a spicy sausage, like andouille sausage.
• Make-ahead tips: You can prepare the sausage and vegetables ahead of time and store them separately in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, reheat and combine them in the skillet, following the recipe instructions.
• Freezing: Cook and let it cool completely. Store in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.

Serving suggestions

Here are some ideas to round out the meal:

• Green salad: A simple green salad with your favorite salad dressing can provide a fresh and light contrast to the rich sausage and potatoes.
• Steamed Vegetables: Steamed vegetables like broccoli, asparagus, or green beans can add additional nutrition and balance out the meal.
• Cornbread: Serving a slice of cornbread can complement the tangy and smoky dish.
• Crusty Bread: Serve the skillet dish with a side of crusty bread or dinner rolls

Storage

Any leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, or microwave for about 1-2 minutes.

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