Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Sausage & Potatoes

🕒 Time

• Prep: 15 minutes

• Cook: 4–6 hours (LOW) or 2–3 hours (HIGH)

• Serves: 4–6

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 ½ lbs smoked sausage (kielbasa or smoked sausage), sliced into ½-inch rounds

• 2 lbs baby Yukon gold or red potatoes, cut into bite-sized chunks

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

• 4–5 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp paprika (optional, for extra warmth)

• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

• ¼ cup chicken broth (adds moisture)

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional but recommended)

• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prep the Ingredients

• Slice sausage into even rounds.

• Wash and cut potatoes into uniform chunks (about 1–1½ inches).

• Mince garlic finely.

Uniform size ensures even cooking.

2️⃣ Make Garlic Butter Mixture

In a small bowl, combine:

• Melted butter

• Olive oil

• Minced garlic

• Salt

• Pepper

• Italian seasoning

• Paprika

• Red pepper flakes

Mix well.

3️⃣ Load the Slow Cooker

1. Lightly grease the slow cooker.

2. Add potatoes first (they take longer to cook).

3. Layer sausage on top.

4. Pour garlic butter mixture evenly over everything.

5. Add chicken broth around the edges (not directly washing off seasoning).

Gently toss to coat.

4️⃣ Cook

• LOW: 4–6 hours

• HIGH: 2–3 hours

Potatoes should be fork-tender and sausage heated through.

👉 If you like crispy sausage edges, you can quickly broil the finished dish on a sheet pan for 3–5 minutes.

5️⃣ Finish & Serve

• Sprinkle Parmesan over the top.

• Garnish with fresh parsley.

• Taste and adjust salt/pepper if needed.

Serve hot!

🔥 Optional Add-Ins

• Green beans (add during last 1–2 hours)

• Bell peppers

• Onions

• Shredded cheddar (last 15 minutes)

• A squeeze of lemon for brightness

🍽 Serving Ideas

• Serve with crusty bread

• Pair with a simple green salad

• Add a fried egg on top for brunch style