Sausage, Potatoes, and Green Beans Skillet

This hearty one-pan meal of sausage, potatoes, and green beans is a quick and easy dinner idea perfect for busy nights. Made with smoked sausage, baby potatoes, and garlic, it's flavorful, family-friendly, and finished with Parmesan cheese.

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If you’re looking for a simple one-pan meal that’s hearty, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights, this Sausage, Potatoes, and Green Beans Skillet is the answer. Packed with savory smoked sausage, tender baby potatoes, crisp-tender green beans, and a perfect blend of garlic and herbs, this dish is sure to become a staple in your dinner rotation.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • One pan = less cleanup

  • Family-friendly and customizable

  • Budget-friendly ingredients

  • Great for meal prep or leftovers

  • Comfort food that tastes like home

This meal comes together easily with just a handful of simple ingredients and delivers BIG flavor with minimal effort. Let’s dig in.


Ingredients Breakdown

Baby Potatoes

  • Tender and creamy, baby potatoes hold their shape well when boiled and tossed into the skillet.

  • No need to peel—just give them a quick rinse and halve them if large.

Fresh Green Beans

  • Adds color, crunch, and nutrients.

  • Trim the ends for a clean bite and freshness.

Beef Smoked Sausage

  • Smoky, juicy, and flavorful.

  • Slice into coins for quick, even browning.

  • You can substitute with turkey, chicken sausage, or kielbasa.

Yellow Onion

  • Adds sweetness and depth to balance the savory sausage.

Garlic (3 cloves, minced)

  • Adds fresh aromatic punch. Added at the perfect moment to infuse flavor without burning.

Seasonings

  • Onion powder (1 tsp)

  • Garlic powder (1 tsp)

  • Italian seasoning (1 tsp)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • These pantry staples elevate the dish with ease.

Butter (2 tbsp)

  • Used to sauté the sausage and veggies. Adds richness and flavor.

Parmesan Cheese (for garnish)

  • Nutty and salty. Perfect finishing touch for extra flavor.



Full Recipe: Sausage, Potatoes & Green Beans Skillet

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Serves: 4–6

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 1 package beef smoked sausage, sliced into coins

  • 1 package baby potatoes (about 1 lb), halved if large

  • 1 package fresh green beans, trimmed (about 12 oz)

  • 1 yellow onion, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

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Directions

  1. Boil the Potatoes: Place the baby potatoes in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Simmer until fork tender (about 10-12 minutes). Drain and return to the pot. Stir in the minced garlic.

  2. Brown the Sausage: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned (about 5 minutes). Transfer sausage to a plate and keep warm.

  3. Sauté Veggies: In the same skillet, add the diced onions and trimmed green beans. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beans begin to soften.

  4. Add Potatoes & Season: Add the cooked potatoes to the skillet with the green beans and onions. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

  5. Combine & Finish: Add the browned sausage back to the skillet and stir to combine. Let everything heat through for 1-2 minutes.

  6. Serve: Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve hot.


Tips for Success

  • Cut potatoes evenly to ensure even cooking.

  • Don't skip browning the sausage – it adds texture and depth.

  • Cover the green beans while cooking to steam them slightly without losing their vibrant green color.

  • Want a kick? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Variations

  • Low-carb: Swap the potatoes for cauliflower florets.

  • Add heat: Use spicy sausage or add hot sauce to taste.

  • Cheesy twist: Stir in shredded cheddar or mozzarella at the end.


Storage & Meal Prep

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

  • Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or in the microwave.

  • Great for meal prep – portion into containers for easy lunches.

Yield: 4
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Sausage, Potatoes & Green Beans Skillet

Sausage, Potatoes & Green Beans Skillet

This hearty one-pan meal of sausage, potatoes, and green beans is a quick and easy dinner idea perfect for busy nights. Made with smoked sausage, baby potatoes, and garlic, it's flavorful, family-friendly, and finished with Parmesan cheese.


Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 25 MinTotal time: 35 Min

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 package beef smoked sausage, sliced into coins
  • 1 package baby potatoes (about 1 lb), halved if large
  • 1 package fresh green beans, trimmed (about 12 oz)
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Boil the Potatoes: Place the baby potatoes in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Simmer until fork tender (about 10-12 minutes). Drain and return to the pot. Stir in the minced garlic.
  2. Brown the Sausage: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned (about 5 minutes). Transfer sausage to a plate and keep warm.
  3. Sauté Veggies: In the same skillet, add the diced onions and trimmed green beans. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beans begin to soften.
  4. Add Potatoes & Season: Add the cooked potatoes to the skillet with the green beans and onions. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  5. Combine & Finish: Add the browned sausage back to the skillet and stir to combine. Let everything heat through for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Serve: Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve hot.
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