Garlic Butter Sausage & Potato Skillet

This Garlic Butter Sausage & Potato Skillet is a quick and satisfying dinner made with smoky sausage, tender baby potatoes, garlic, butter, and simple seasonings. Everything comes together in one skillet for a flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

With just 10 minutes of prep and about 25 minutes of cooking, you can have dinner on the table in around 35 minutes. Add a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh parsley at the end for even more flavor.

Why You’ll Love This Sausage & Potato Skillet

This easy skillet dinner is one you’ll want to keep in your weeknight rotation:

Made in one skillet for easy cleanup
Ready in about 35 minutes
Uses simple, budget-friendly ingredients
Smoky sausage and potatoes make it hearty and filling
Garlic butter adds tons of flavor without a complicated sauce
Easy to customize with vegetables
Makes enough for 4–6 servings

Garlic Butter Sausage & Potato Skillet Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4–6

Ingredients

14 oz smoked sausage, sliced
1½ lbs baby potatoes, quartered
3 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, optional
Chopped parsley, optional

Instructions

Place the quartered baby potatoes in a large skillet and add about ½ cup of water.
Cover and cook over medium heat for 10–12 minutes, or until the potatoes begin to soften.
Drain any remaining water from the skillet.
Add the sliced smoked sausage to the potatoes.
Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is browned.
Add the butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Cook for another 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are fork-tender and everything is coated in the garlic butter.
Sprinkle with shredded Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy!

What Kind of Sausage Works Best?

Smoked sausage is perfect for this recipe because it’s already cooked and only needs to be heated and browned in the skillet. Kielbasa is another great option.

You can use beef, pork, turkey, or chicken smoked sausage depending on what your family prefers or what you already have in the refrigerator.

Why Add Water to the Potatoes?

Adding a small amount of water and covering the skillet allows the potatoes to steam and soften before they’re browned with the sausage.

This helps the potatoes cook all the way through without burning the outside. Once they’re starting to become tender, simply drain any remaining water and continue with the recipe.

Easy Vegetables to Add

Want to turn this sausage and potato skillet into an even more complete meal? It’s easy to add vegetables.

Green beans, broccoli, bell peppers, zucchini, or asparagus would all pair well with the garlic butter and smoked sausage.

For vegetables that cook quickly, add them toward the end so they don’t become too soft.

Don’t Skip the Garlic Butter

The garlic butter is what brings this simple skillet together. Butter, fresh garlic, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder coat the browned sausage and tender potatoes with plenty of savory flavor.

The Parmesan is optional, but it’s a delicious finishing touch if you have some on hand.

What to Serve With Sausage and Potatoes

This Garlic Butter Sausage & Potato Skillet is hearty enough to serve as a complete meal, especially if you add a vegetable to the skillet.

You could also serve it with a simple side salad, green beans, steamed broccoli, roasted vegetables, or warm dinner rolls.

How to Store Leftovers

Store leftover sausage and potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.

Reheat them in a skillet over medium-low heat for the best texture. You can also microwave individual portions for a quick lunch or dinner.

An Easy One-Skillet Dinner

When you need something simple but still want a flavorful homemade dinner, this Garlic Butter Sausage & Potato Skillet is an easy choice.

Smoky sausage, tender potatoes, and plenty of savory garlic butter come together in one pan in about 35 minutes. Finish everything with Parmesan and parsley, and you have a hearty weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup.