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smothered potatoes and sausage with side salad on white plate
5 from 1 vote

Smothered Potatoes and Sausage

This classic southern-cajun recipe is a quick, tasty, & hearty dinner that includes spicy kielbasa, soft-cooked peppers and onions, and perfectly seasoned potatoes.
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Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 12 oz kielbasa or smoked sausage
  • 3 tbsp avocado oil
  • 4-5 red potatoes medium-sized
  • 1 bell pepper
  • 1 onion
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1-2 cups broth chicken, beef, or vegetable

Instructions

  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium to medium-high heat.
  • Cook sliced sausage until browned. Remove to separate bowl.
  • Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth and add potatoes. Cook for about 5 minutes, covering with a lid and stirring occasionally.
  • Add diced pepper, onion, and all seasonings. Continue to cook until everything is soft, stirring occasionally and covering with a lid if you have it. Add splashes of broth to deglaze the pan as you go.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Russet or Yukon gold potatoes can be substituted for red potatoes.
Course: Dinner, Entree
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Keyword: cast iron, healthy dinner, quick
Servings: 5
Calories: 410kcal