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):

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.