Ohhh yeah 😌 that’s real-deal comfort food. One skillet, big flavor, zero fuss.
Fried Potatoes, Onions, Smoked Sausage & Green Beans
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 1 lb smoked sausage (kielbasa or andouille), sliced
- 1½–2 lbs potatoes, diced or sliced (russet or Yukon gold)
- 1 small–medium onion, sliced
- 1–1½ cups green beans (fresh or frozen)
- 3–4 tbsp oil or bacon grease (highly recommended 😏)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- ½ tsp paprika or garlic powder (optional)
- Optional: red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce
Instructions
1. Par-cook the potatoes (important)
- Boil diced potatoes in salted water 5–7 minutes until just barely tender.
- Drain well. This helps them get crispy instead of soggy.
2. Brown the sausage
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet (cast iron is perfect) over medium-high heat.
- Add sausage and cook until browned.
- Remove and set aside.
3. Fry the potatoes
- Add remaining oil to the skillet.
- Spread potatoes in a single layer.
- Let them cook undisturbed 4–5 minutes until golden.
- Flip and continue frying another 5–7 minutes until crispy.
4. Add onions & green beans
- Stir in onions and green beans.
- Cook 5–7 minutes until onions are soft and beans are tender.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
5. Bring it all together
- Add sausage back to the pan.
- Toss everything together and cook 2–3 minutes to heat through.
Tips for the Best Skillet Meal
🔥 Don’t overcrowd the pan—crispy potatoes need space
🥔 Parboiling = crispy outside, fluffy inside
🧅 Add onions after potatoes start browning so they don’t burn
🌶️ A little heat takes this to another level
Serving Ideas
- Perfect with cornbread or biscuits
- Add a fried egg on top for breakfast-for-dinner vibes
- Splash of vinegar or hot sauce right before serving = chef’s kiss
Want a Southern slow-simmered version or a sheet-pan oven version with less babysitting?
