Slow Cooker Sausage, Potatoes, and Onions

Slow Cooker Sausage, Potatoes, and Onions is a classic, budget-friendly comfort meal that’s simple, hearty, and full of flavor. With just a few ingredients, this rustic dish delivers tender potatoes, savory sausage, and sweet caramelized onions—all slow-cooked together for maximum taste with minimal effort.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 5–6 hours
• Total Time: About 6 hours
• Servings: 4–6

Ingredients

• 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
• 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 large onion, chopped

Optional:

• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (for extra richness)

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients
   Slice the sausage into rounds.
   Peel and dice the potatoes and chop the onion.
2. Add to Slow Cooker
   Place the potatoes and onions in the slow cooker.
   Add the sliced sausage on top.
3. Season
   Sprinkle with black pepper and garlic powder if using.
   (Optional) Drizzle with a little oil or melted butter for added flavor.
4. Cook
   Cover and cook on:
   • LOW: 5–6 hours
   • HIGH: 3–4 hours

   Cook until the potatoes are tender and everything is well combined.

5. Serve
   Stir gently before serving.
   Serve hot as a complete meal or alongside a simple salad.

Storage

• Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Reheating: Reheat in the microwave or skillet.