Description
Swamp Potatoes and Sausage brings tender gold potatoes, smoky sausage, and crisp green beans together in a rich, buttery Cajun gravy that simmers low and slow for ultimate comfort. This easy slow cooker recipe needs just 10 minutes of prep and delivers juicy, flavorful results perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
3 pounds gold potatoes, cut into 1.5-inch chunks (they stay firm unlike starchy Russets)
1 pound smoked sausage like kielbasa, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces (frozen works too, no thaw needed)
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 packet (1 ounce) onion soup mix
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (mild or spicy to taste)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pats
1/2 cup chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional garnishes: chopped fresh parsley, red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
1. Prep your 6-quart slow cooker by lightly spraying with nonstick cooking spray. Start with a base layer of potato chunks and diced onion in the bottom. Drizzle with a splash of broth, then sprinkle half the onion soup mix, Cajun seasoning, and garlic powder evenly over them. Toss gently to coat.
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3. Layer the sliced sausage rounds on top of the potatoes, followed by the green beans. Sprinkle the remaining seasonings over everything.
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5. Dot the top generously with butter pats. Pour in the remaining chicken broth around the edges. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours. Avoid high heat to prevent mushy beans.
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7. At the 5-hour mark, check tenderness by piercing a potato with a fork; it should be fork-tender but not falling apart. Gently stir once to mix the gravy, then continue cooking if needed. Taste and adjust salt or pepper.
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9. Serve hot straight from the slow cooker. Spoon into bowls with a slotted spoon to capture that glossy gravy goodness.
Notes
Layer potatoes first so they release starch into the gravy for natural thickening. Use gold or Yukon Gold varieties; they hold shape better than baking potatoes. For extra depth, quickly saute the onion in a skillet before adding, or stir in a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce at the end. If your sausage is lean, add an extra tablespoon of butter to keep things juicy. Cook low and slow, stirring only once midway to avoid breaking up the tender pieces. Fresh green beans shine brightest, but frozen add convenience without watering down the dish. Double the Cajun for spice lovers, or swap in turkey sausage for a lighter take. Always taste before serving, as soup mixes vary in saltiness.
- Prep Time: PT10M
- Cook Time: PT7H
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg