Ingredients
- 1½ lbs smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced
- 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter, melted
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¾ tsp salt, or to taste
- 1 tsp honey or brown sugar, optional
- Fresh parsley or thyme, for garnish
Method
- Prepare the ingredients: Peel and cube the sweet potatoes. Slice the sausage and onion, then mince the garlic.
- Season: Add sweet potatoes, onion, and garlic to a large bowl. Pour in olive oil and melted butter. Add paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.
- Add to slow cooker: Place the seasoned sweet potatoes and onions into the slow cooker. Add the sliced sausage on top.
- Add broth: Pour the chicken broth around the sides. Drizzle with honey or brown sugar if you want a slightly sweet flavor.
- Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
- Finish: Gently stir everything together. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme.
Cooking Tips
- Cut the sweet potatoes into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly.
- Browning the sausage in a skillet before adding it gives the dish extra flavor.
- Don’t add too much broth—the vegetables release their own moisture.
- For a spicy version, add ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes.
- Chicken or turkey sausage can be used instead of pork sausage.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this hearty dish with:
- Green salad
- Steamed broccoli
- Green beans
- Crusty bread
- Brown or white rice
Nutrition Information
Approximate per serving, based on 6 servings:
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Protein: 16 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fat: 25 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
Nutrition will vary depending on the sausage and broth used.
Nut Info / Q&S
Q: How many servings?
Approximately 4–6 servings.
Q: Serving size?
About 1½ cups per serving.
Q: Does it contain nuts?
No, this recipe does not require nuts.
Q: Can I make it gluten-free?
Yes. Use gluten-free sausage and chicken broth.
Q: How long can leftovers be stored?
Store refrigerated in an airtight container for 3–4 days.