There is something special about a slow cooker meal that does all the work while you go about your day. Crockpot Sausage and Potatoes is one of those dishes that feels hearty, simple, and deeply satisfying. It combines tender pieces of potato with flavorful sausage, aromatics, and seasonings that slow cook together until everything becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender. The result is a warm, rustic dish perfect for family dinners, cold evenings, or meal prep.
This dish starts with simple ingredients: sliced smoked sausage, diced potatoes, onion, garlic, and a few seasonings. As it cooks, the sausage releases its flavor into the potatoes, giving them a rich, savory taste that feels almost like a home-cooked skillet meal—but with none of the active cooking time. You can choose any type of sausage you prefer, such as kielbasa, smoked beef sausage, turkey sausage, or spicy andouille for a bit of heat.
Potatoes make up the heart of the dish. Russet potatoes soften beautifully and soak up the flavors well, while Yukon gold potatoes hold their shape more and offer a buttery texture. Red potatoes also work if you prefer them. As they cook low and slow, they absorb the sausage juices and seasonings, creating a hearty meal that tastes like something simmered on the stove all day.
Another advantage of this dish is how customizable it is. You can add vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or green beans to make the meal more complete. A small amount of broth or cream can make the dish saucier, while leaving it dry gives it more of a roasted texture. A sprinkle of cheese at the end will melt over the hot mixture, creating a creamy finish. You can also serve it with crusty bread, rice, or a simple salad.
Crockpot Sausage and Potatoes offers that perfect combination of convenience and comfort. You simply place the ingredients in the slow cooker, set it, and walk away. Hours later, your house fills with a savory aroma, and dinner is ready with almost no effort.
Ingredients
1 to 1.5 pounds smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
4 to 5 medium potatoes, diced
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
Optional: 1/2 cup chicken broth for a saucier finish
Optional vegetables: carrots, bell pepper, green beans
Optional toppings: shredded cheese or chopped parsley
Instructions
Place the diced potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the sliced sausage on top. Scatter the chopped onion and garlic around the mixture. Drizzle with olive oil or add a pat of butter.
Sprinkle with paprika, parsley, salt, and pepper. If using broth, pour it over the top. Gently toss the mixture just enough to distribute the seasonings.
Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for about 3 to 4 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and the sausage is heated through. Stir gently before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite sides or enjoy it exactly as it is.