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Smoked Sausage and Potatoes Dinner

By: Melissa Erdelac · On: August 3, 2020 · Updated: October 30, 2020

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Smoked Sausage and Potatoes Dinner is an easy skillet meal combining savory smoked sausage with a cheesy potato, apple, and onion hash.

overhead shot of sausage and potatoes in a silver skillet with a blue towel laying next to it

Ingredients Needed

Smoked sausage dinner recipes prove to be a weeknight hit because they come together so quickly. Since the sausage is already cooked, they only require a quick warm up and pair perfectly with a hearty potato hash.

  • Potatoes – This smoked sausage recipe uses russet potatoes, but any type may be substituted.
  • Smoked sausage – Use beef, kielbasa, or turkey sausage for a healthier meal.
  • Onion
  • Gold Delicious apple – These apples work well for sauteing because they don’t break down or turn mushy. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Jonagold will also work.
  • Thyme – Use fresh or dried for flavoring the potato hash.
  • Sharp Cheddar – I prefer sharp cheddar because the taste is more pronounced. Any cheese will work, though! Alternatively, leave off for a dairy free recipe.

How To Make Smoked Sausage and Potatoes

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images showing how to make potato hash to go with sausages

  1. First boil the peeled, chopped potatoes. Cutting the potatoes in smaller pieces helps them cook faster. Simmer until just fork tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Next, saute the smoked sausage slices until golden brown. Remove from the skillet, keeping the oil and drippings in the pan.
  3. Add the apples and onions, cooking until tender.
  4. Melt the butter in the pan, then add drained potatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine with butter and seasonings.
  5. Sprinkle the cheese on top of potato hash. Add the cooked sausage to the top and remove from heat. Cover for cheese to melt and rewarm sausages.

More Ways to Cook Smoked Sausage 

If you are looking for other ways to cook smoked sausage, besides pan frying, you have options!

Grilled: Grill over medium heat for 10-15 minutes, turning frequently. Remove and slice.

Boil: Add sausage slices to 2-3 inches of boiling water. Simmer for 10-12 minutes.

smoked sausage and potatoes dinner on a white plate with fresh thyme sprinkled on top

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is smoked sausage already cooked?

Yes. Packaged smoked sausages are fully cooked, so they just need to heated. Either pan fry, grill, or boil on the stove top to heat through.

Can I Substitute Turkey Smoked Sausage?

Yes. To make a healthy smoked sausage and potato skillet, substitute turkey sausage. Also the cheese may be omitted to lighten the recipe.

Can I Substitute Other Ingredients for the Potato Hash?

You may adjust the potato hash recipe to your liking. Leave out the onions, use sweet potatoes or combination of both, leave out apples or substitute pears. Peppers may also be added.

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More Sausage Dinner Recipes 

  • Smoked Sausage, Sweet Potato Goulash
  • Sausage Bake Dinner
  • Creamy Sausage Pasta
  • Italian Sausage Pasta

If easy skillet dinner recipes are your thing, you’ll also love Cranberry Apple Skillet Pork Medallions!

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Smoked Sausage and Potatoes

Smoked Sausage and Potatoes Dinner is an easy skillet meal combining savory smoked sausage with a cheesy potato, apple, and onion hash.
4.89 from 9 votes
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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
Servings: 6
Author: Melissa Erdelac

Ingredients

  • 2 Russet potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled and cut in ½" cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 14 ounce smoked sausage, cut in ½" thick slices
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 Golden Delicious apple, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 cup grated sharp cheddar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 tsp. dried thyme
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
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Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan cover potatoes with water and add 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, lower heat, and simmer for 3-4 minutes, or until just fork tender. Drain and set aside.
    chopped potatoes
  • In a large skillet heat oil over medium heat saute sausages about 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove sausage to a plate, leaving oil and drippings in the pan.
    browned smoked sausage slices
  • Add onions and apples to the skillet, cooking and stirring for 4 minutes, or until onions are tender.
    sauteed onions and apples
  • Add butter to melt, then potatoes, thyme, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Toss to coat in butter and seasonings.
    potatoes, apples, and onions in a skillet
  • Sprinkle cheddar over potatoes and lay sausages on top. Remove from heat and cover for 5 minutes for cheese to melt and rewarm sausages.
    overhead shot of smoked sausage slices in a skillet over potato hash with cheese

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    Equipment Needed

    • Saute Pan
    • Santoku Knife
    • Cheese Grater

    Recipe Notes

    • Potatoes - Any type of potatoes may be substituted. Try red potatoes, gold, or sweet potatoes.
    • Smoked sausage - Use beef, kielbasa, or turkey sausage for a healthier meal.
    • Apples - Golden delicious work well for sauteing because they don't break down or turn mushy. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Jonagold will also work.
    • Cheese - I prefer sharp cheddar because the taste is more pronounced. Any cheese will work, though! Alternatively, leave off for a dairy free recipe. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 411kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 1298mg | Potassium: 504mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 376IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 160mg | Iron: 2mg
    Course: Dinner
    Categories: Course Dairy Free Dinners Fall Gluten Free Grain Free Quick and Easy Recipes Spring Vegetables Winter

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    1. Paula says

      March 21, 2023 at 7:53 PM

      Made this for supper tonight! Very easy! And very good! Thank you for sharing this recipe !!

      Reply
      • Melissa Erdelac says

        March 22, 2023 at 9:21 AM

        Thanks Paula! This is a favorite of ours as well!
        Best,
        Melissa

        Reply
    2. Rita Hudson says

      July 18, 2019 at 8:12 AM

      This recipe for potatoes looks delicious! And i want to fix some of them.

      Reply
      • Melissa says

        July 18, 2019 at 11:15 AM

        I hope you do! This recipe is always a hit when I make it. The only problem is there is never enough!

        Reply
    3. Anonymous says

      February 8, 2018 at 2:44 PM

      My 3 boys BEG for this meal weekly! It is pretty heavy and hearty but so delicious during the winter and SO EASY!

      Reply
      • Melissa says

        February 8, 2018 at 5:03 PM

        I agree. My kids love it too and it’s pretty inexpensive to make!

        Reply

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