Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Sausage and Potatoes

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Recipe: Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Sausage and Potatoes

Description

This dish combines smoky smoked sausage with buttery Yukon Gold potatoes, slow-cooked in a seasoned garlic butter sauce. It’s a complete meal in one pot that appeals to kids and adults alike.

  • Prep time: 15 minutes

  • Cook time: 4 hours (High) or 7-8 hours (Low)

  • Servings: 6 people

Ingredients

  • Sausage: 14 oz (approx. 400g) Smoked Kielbasa or Andouille, sliced into coins.

  • Potatoes: 2 lbs Yukon Gold or red potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks.

  • Onion: 1 small yellow onion, diced.

  • Butter: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted.

  • Garlic: 4 cloves minced (or 1 tbsp garlic paste).

  • Seasoning: 1 tsp dried parsley, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper.

  • Garnish: Fresh parsley or chives.

Instructions

  1. Prep the Slow Cooker: Grease your slow cooker with non-stick spray or use a liner for easy cleanup.

  2. Layer: Add the chopped potatoes, diced onions, and sliced sausage into the pot. Toss them together briefly.

  3. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.

  4. Combine: Pour the garlic butter mixture over the sausage and potatoes. Toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.

  5. Cook: Cover and cook on Low for 7–8 hours or High for 4 hours until potatoes are tender.

  6. Finish: Give everything a final stir before serving to redistribute the butter sauce. Top with fresh herbs.

Tips & Notes

  • Potato Choice: I highly recommend Yukon Golds. They hold their shape better than Russets and have a naturally buttery texture.

  • Even Sizing: Cut your potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes. If they are too large, they’ll be hard; too small, and they’ll turn to mush.

  • Browning (Optional): If you prefer a snap to your sausage, sear the slices in a pan for 2 minutes per side before adding them to the slow cooker.

  • Spice it up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or use spicy Andouille sausage if you want a kick.

Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

Metric Amount
Calories 415 kcal
Total Fat 28g
Carbohydrates 32g
Protein 12g
Sodium 890mg

Benefits of This Recipe

  • One-Pot Meal: Minimal dishes and cleanup.

  • Gluten-Free: Naturally gluten-free (just check your sausage brand label).

  • High Satiety: The combination of fats and complex carbs keeps you full for hours.

  • Meal Prep Friendly: Tastes even better the next day as the flavors continue to meld.

Q&A

Q: Can I add vegetables like green beans or broccoli?

A: Absolutely! If using fresh green beans, add them at the beginning. If using broccoli, add it in the last 30 minutes of cooking so it doesn’t get mushy.

Q: Do I need to add water or broth?

A: No. The moisture from the onions and the butter provides plenty of liquid. Adding water will dilute the flavor and make the potatoes soggy.

Q: Can I use frozen potatoes?

A: You can use frozen diced potatoes or hash browns, but reduce the cooking time by about an hour as they soften much faster.

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