Smoked Sausage and Potato Bake

Looking for a hearty, flavor-packed meal that practically makes itself? This Smoked Sausage and Potato Bake is the answer. With tender roasted potatoes, smoky sausage, sweet onions, and peppers, it’s the kind of no-fuss dinner that satisfies the whole family. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or a cozy weekend meal, this one-pan wonder delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

Ingredients

• 2½ lbs baby creamer potatoes, halved

• 1½ lbs beef smoked sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces

• 1 large yellow onion, diced

• 1 green bell pepper, diced

• 2 Tbsp olive oil

• 2 tsp Slap Ya Mama seasoning (or your favorite Cajun seasoning)

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp black pepper

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

• 4 Tbsp butter, cubed

Optional Add-ins: sliced mushrooms, diced zucchini, or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan before serving.

Instructions

Step 1 – Prep the Oven and Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside.

Step 2 – Season the Potatoes
In a large bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil. Sprinkle in Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, black pepper, and (if using) red pepper flakes. Toss well to coat.

Step 3 – Add Sausage and Veggies
Add sliced smoked sausage, diced onion, and bell pepper. Toss until evenly combined.

Step 4 – Transfer and Top with Butter
Spread mixture into the prepared baking dish. Dot the top with cubed butter, spacing pieces evenly.

Step 5 – Bake Covered
Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.

Step 6 – Uncover and Bake Again
Remove foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender and edges are golden and crisp.

Step 7 – Rest and Serve
Let the bake rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows flavors to settle and makes it easier to scoop.

Tips & Variations

• Swap the smoked sausage with kielbasa, chicken sausage, or turkey sausage.

• Add extra veggies like zucchini, mushrooms, or broccoli for more color and flavor.

• Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan or cheddar before serving for a cheesy twist.

• Double the batch and use two pans if feeding a crowd!