Slow Cooker Sausage and Potatoes Recipe
Slow Cooker Sausage and Potatoes Recipe is a simple and tasty meal for busy days. It needs very little effort. You just add everything and let it cook.
Ingredients
- 500 g smoked sausage sliced
- 4 medium potatoes cut into chunks
- 1 large onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup baby carrots optional
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
- Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut them into medium chunks. Slice the sausage into round pieces. Slice the onion thinly. Mince the garlic finely. Keep everything ready before starting.
Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker
- Place potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add sliced sausage on top. Then add onions and garlic. This layering helps even cooking and better flavor blending.
Add Seasonings and Liquid
- Pour chicken broth over the ingredients. Add olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, thyme and oregano. Mix lightly using a spoon. Make sure spices coat everything evenly.
Cook Slowly
- Cover the slow cooker with a lid. Cook on low heat for 6 hours. You can also cook on high for 3–4 hours. Slow cooking gives better taste and texture.
Check and Finish
- After cooking, check if potatoes are soft. Stir everything gently. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy your homemade comfort meal with rich flavors.
Notes
- Use smoked sausage for deeper flavor.
- Cut potatoes evenly for proper cooking.
- Do not add too much liquid. It may make dish watery.
- Add cheese at the end for a creamy twist.
- Use baby potatoes for a different texture.
- Stir once halfway if possible for even cooking.