Crockpot Sausage and Potatoes Recipe
Introduction
This Crockpot Sausage and Potatoes dish is a comforting, hearty meal perfect for busy days. With tender potatoes, smoky sausage, and fresh green beans, it comes together easily in a slow cooker for flavorful, hands-off cooking.
Ingredients
- 2½ pounds Yukon gold potatoes
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 16 ounces smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 pound green beans
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut the potatoes into eighths or small bite-sized pieces. Chop the onion into 1-inch pieces.
- Step 2: Add the potatoes and onions to the slow cooker. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning and minced garlic, then stir to evenly coat.
- Step 3: Top the potatoes with sliced sausage and then add the green beans on top. Pour the onion soup mix over the green beans and drizzle with Worcestershire sauce. Cut the butter into pats and place them evenly on top.
- Step 4: Cook on high for 3.5 to 4 hours, or on low for 4 to 5 hours, until the potatoes are tender. Once done, stir everything together and serve warm in bowls.
Tips & Variations
- Use smoked kielbasa or andouille sausage for a different flavor profile.
- Swap Yukon gold potatoes for red potatoes to add a firmer texture.
- Add chopped bell peppers or carrots with the green beans for extra veggies.
- Adjust the Cajun seasoning to control the spice level.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water to maintain moisture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use frozen green beans instead of fresh?
Yes, frozen green beans work well. Add them in at the same time as fresh green beans; just be aware the texture may be softer.
Can I prepare this recipe without a slow cooker?
This dish is best made in a slow cooker for even cooking and flavor melding, but you could try a covered pot in a low oven, stirring occasionally, cooking until potatoes are tender.
PrintCrockpot Sausage and Potatoes Recipe
A hearty and flavorful Crockpot Sausage and Potatoes dish featuring tender Yukon gold potatoes, smoky sausage, green beans, and a savory blend of Cajun seasoning, garlic, and onion soup mix. This slow cooker meal is perfect for an easy, hands-off dinner that combines wholesome ingredients with rich, comforting flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3.5 to 5 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 45 minutes to 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2½ pounds Yukon gold potatoes, cut into eighths or bite-sized pieces
- 1 yellow onion, chopped into 1 inch pieces
- 1 pound green beans
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Meat
- 16 ounces smoked sausage, sliced
Seasonings & Sauces
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Dairy
- 4 tablespoons butter, cut into pats
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Cut the Yukon gold potatoes into eighths or small bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking. Chop the yellow onion into roughly 1 inch pieces. Mince the garlic cloves finely to distribute the flavor well.
- Layer potatoes and onions: Place the prepared potatoes and chopped onion into the slow cooker. Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning and minced garlic over them, then stir gently to evenly coat all the pieces with seasoning.
- Add sausage and green beans: Arrange the sliced smoked sausage on top of the potatoes and onions. Then, layer the green beans over the sausage. Sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the green beans, and pour the Worcestershire sauce on top for added depth of flavor. Finally, distribute the pats of butter over the entire mixture.
- Cook in slow cooker: Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3.5 to 4 hours or on low for 4 to 5 hours. The dish is ready when the potatoes are tender and flavors are well blended.
- Mix and serve: Once cooked, stir everything together gently to combine all the ingredients and flavors. Serve warm in bowls for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Use Yukon gold potatoes for their creamy texture and ability to hold shape well during slow cooking.
- If you prefer spicier dishes, increase the amount of Cajun seasoning.
- Fresh green beans work best, but frozen can be substituted, adding them during the last hour of cooking to avoid over-softening.
- For a lower fat version, reduce the butter amount or use a light butter alternative.
- This dish is best served fresh but can be refrigerated and reheated within 2 days.
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