Oh yes 😄 That’s a classic hearty German-style dish—sausage, sauerkraut, and potatoes all in one skillet or crockpot. Here’s a solid, simple method:
Sausage, Sauerkraut & Potatoes
Ingredients (4 servings)
- 1 lb smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (or leave skins on)
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups sauerkraut, drained (reserve a little juice if desired)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- ½ cup chicken broth (optional, for extra moisture)
- 1 tsp caraway seeds (optional, traditional flavor)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley or mustard for serving
Instructions (Skillet Version)
1. Brown the sausage
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add sausage slices and brown for 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
2. Cook the vegetables
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until softened (3–4 minutes).
- Add diced potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, 8–10 minutes, until starting to brown.
3. Combine everything
- Add sausage back to the skillet.
- Stir in sauerkraut and caraway seeds (if using).
- Add chicken broth if you like a little extra moisture.
- Cover and simmer 10–15 minutes until potatoes are tender and flavors meld.
4. Serve
- Taste and adjust salt/pepper.
- Garnish with parsley or serve with mustard on the side.
Crockpot Version (Dump-and-Go)
- Place sliced sausage, potatoes, onions, garlic, and sauerkraut in the crockpot.
- Add chicken broth (½ cup) and caraway seeds.
- Cook on LOW 6–7 hours or HIGH 3–4 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Stir gently before serving.
💡 Tips
- For a little sweetness: add 1 apple, peeled and chopped.
- Use smoked sausage or kielbasa for extra flavor.
- Can also add a few chopped carrots for color and sweetness.
If you want, I can give a sheet pan version that roasts everything together in the oven—super easy and caramelized. It’s a game-changer.
Do you want me to do that?
