Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5–6 hours
- Total Time: About 6 hours
- Servings: 6
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced into rounds
- 2 lbs baby potatoes, halved
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Green onions (optional)
Method
1. Prepare Ingredients
Wash and cut baby potatoes into halves.
Slice smoked sausage into bite-size pieces.
2. Add to Slow Cooker
Place potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker.
Add:
- Sliced sausage
- Onion
- Garlic
Spread evenly.
3. Make Garlic Butter Sauce
In a bowl combine:
- Melted butter
- Chicken broth
- Olive oil
- Worcestershire sauce
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Italian seasoning
- Black pepper
- Salt
Mix well.
4. Cook Slowly
Pour sauce over sausage and potatoes.
Cover and cook:
LOW: 5–6 hours
or
HIGH: 3–4 hours
Cook until potatoes are tender and flavorful.
5. Finish & Serve
Stir gently before serving.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley or green onions.
Serve warm.
Cooking Tips
- Use baby potatoes because they hold their shape well.
- For extra flavor, brown sausage before adding it to the slow cooker.
- Add bell peppers or green beans for more vegetables.
- Do not cut potatoes too large, or they may take longer to cook.
- Adjust spice level with smoked paprika or chili flakes.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with:
- Garlic bread
- Side salad
- Coleslaw
- Steamed vegetables
- Dinner rolls
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container:
- Refrigerator: 3–4 days
- Freezer: Up to 2 months
Reheat in the microwave or stovetop with a splash of broth.
Approximate Nutrition Information
Per serving (based on 6 servings):
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 520 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbohydrates | 38 g |
| Fat | 32 g |
| Saturated Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 1050 mg |
| Potassium | 900 mg |
| Iron | 3 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
Nutrition values are approximate and vary depending on sausage type and portion size.
FAQs
1. Can I use different sausage?
Yes. Kielbasa, smoked sausage, chicken sausage, or turkey sausage all work well.
2. Can I make this without a slow cooker?
Yes. Cook covered in a large pot over low heat for about 40–50 minutes.
3. Can I add vegetables?
Yes. Bell peppers, carrots, mushrooms, or green beans are great additions.
4. How do I make it spicy?
Add jalapeños, cayenne pepper, or spicy sausage.
5. Can I prepare it ahead?
Yes. Cut everything the night before and refrigerate. Cook when ready.
Final Result: Tender potatoes, smoky sausage, and rich garlic butter sauce come together in a simple, hearty slow cooker meal that the whole family will enjoy.