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Creamy Smoked Sausage and Potato Skillet Recipe with 5 Easy Ingredients

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A quick and easy creamy smoked sausage and potato skillet that delivers rich, hearty comfort food with just five simple ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Potatoes: Wash and dice 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces. Rinse under cold water to remove excess starch, then pat dry. (10 minutes)
  2. Cook the Sausage: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 12 ounces sliced smoked sausage and cook for about 5 minutes until browned and fragrant. Remove sausage and set aside. (5 minutes)
  3. Sauté the Potatoes: In the same skillet, add about 1 tablespoon oil or butter if needed. Add diced potatoes, season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook undisturbed for 5 minutes to get a golden crust, then stir and cook another 7–8 minutes until fork-tender. (12–13 minutes)
  4. Add Cream and Seasoning: Lower heat to medium-low. Pour in 1 cup heavy cream, stir gently to coat potatoes. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon onion powder, plus additional salt and pepper to taste. Stir and let cream thicken slightly for 3–4 minutes. Add splash of milk or water if sauce gets too thick. (4 minutes)
  5. Combine Sausage and Finish Cooking: Return browned sausage to skillet, fold gently into creamy potatoes. Warm through for 2–3 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed. Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top. (3 minutes)
  6. Serve Warm: Scoop into plates or bowls and serve immediately.

Notes

Rinse diced potatoes to remove starch for better crisping. Use medium heat to avoid burning and curdling cream. Stir gently when adding cream and sausage to keep potatoes intact. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with canned coconut milk. Check sausage ingredients for gluten if needed.

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Keywords: smoked sausage, potato skillet, creamy sauce, quick dinner, comfort food, easy recipe, weeknight meal

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