Description
This Sausage Potato Broccoli Skillet is a hearty, flavorful one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender baby potatoes, savory smoked sausage, and fresh broccoli are cooked together with aromatic garlic and a blend of Cajun spices, then topped with melted cheddar cheese for a comforting and delicious dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, each sliced into quarters
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
- Freshly chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Sausage
- 1 pound smoked sausage, cut into rounds
Oils and Fats
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon salt
Dairy
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Brown Sausage: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage rounds and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until they start to caramelize and develop a golden-brown crust. Once cooked, remove them from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook Potatoes: In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of salted butter along with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the quartered baby potatoes and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are fork-tender and nicely browned.
- Add Spices and Broccoli: Add the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, and salt to the skillet with the potatoes. Cook for about 1 minute to release the flavors. Then add the broccoli florets and cook for another 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli turns a deeper green and begins to soften.
- Melt Cheese: Return the browned sausage to the skillet and mix gently with the vegetables. Remove the skillet from heat and evenly sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt thoroughly.
- Serve: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve the skillet hot and enjoy this flavorful and comforting meal immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of crushed red pepper flakes according to your preference.
- You can substitute smoked sausage with your favorite sausage type, such as kielbasa or chorizo.
- Make sure to slice the potatoes into similarly sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- If you want a lower fat option, use reduced-fat cheese and less butter or olive oil.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for larger crowds using a bigger skillet or frying pan.
