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Sausage and Crispy Skillet Potatoes
Quick sausage and crispy skillet potatoes — ready in ~35 minutes. Easy one-pan recipe for weeknights.
Why this recipe works
This simple one-pan meal pairs browned pork sausage with crispy skillet potatoes. It’s quick, uses everyday ingredients, and suits cooks seeking an easy weeknight dinner or hearty breakfast-for-dinner.
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Key takeaways
Ready in ~35 minutes with minimal hands-on time
Use high heat and space between pieces for crispiness
Brown sausage separately for best texture
Recipe guide
This simple one-pan meal pairs browned pork sausage with crispy skillet potatoes. It’s quick, uses everyday ingredients, and suits cooks seeking an easy weeknight dinner or hearty breakfast-for-dinner.
A fast, one-pan meal that delivers crispy potatoes and flavorful sausage with minimal fuss.
- Ready in ~35 minutes with minimal hands-on time
- Use high heat and space between pieces for crispiness
- Brown sausage separately for best texture
Ingredients
Ingredients: 1 lb potatoes (washed, cut into 1/2–3/4" pieces), 12 oz pork sausage (links removed or bulk), 1–2 tbsp oil, salt, pepper, optional: onion, garlic, fresh parsley.
Step-by-step Cooking
1) Prep potatoes into even pieces. 2) Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. 3) Add sausage, break up, brown 5–6 minutes; remove and set aside. 4) Add more oil if needed, then potatoes in a single layer; season. 5) Cook undisturbed 4–5 minutes until golden, flip in batches to brown all sides (10–12 minutes). 6) Return sausage, stir, cook 2–3 minutes to finish. Total cook ~25 minutes.
Tips & Variations
Tips: Don’t overcrowd the pan—work in two batches if needed. Use a heavy skillet (cast iron) for even browning. Add diced onion or garlic in the last 4 minutes to avoid burning. Finish with chopped parsley or a squeeze of lemon.
Ingredients
- 1 lb potatoes
- 12 oz pork sausage
Instructions
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FAQs
What potatoes work best?
Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes for good texture; russets work but may break apart.
Can I speed up the cooking time?
Yes—partially cook potatoes by parboiling 6–8 minutes or microwave until just tender to speed cooking.
How do I prevent a greasy dish?
Drain excess fat or blot with paper towel; transfer sausage to paper towel-lined plate after browning.