Smoked Sausage Potato Casserole
Smoked Sausage Potato Casserole is perfect for a family dinner. This easy-to-make meal features savory smoked sausage, creamy golden potatoes, green beans, and simple seasoning. This all bakes together in one pan which makes a great choice for weeknight meals or even a holiday gathering.
Post update on 3/7/26
Why You'll Love Smoked Sausage Potato Casserole
Smoked Sausage Potato Casserole combines rich smoked sausage with potatoes, canned green beans, simple seasonings, and cheese. It has a nostalgic, homey quality that makes this meal feel comforting and satisfying.
This casserole is easy enough for a weeknight dinner but has the qualities for any special occasion like Easter or a casual party.
We love to use smoked sausage as a foundation for a lot of recipes. It's a fantastic ingredient because it adds lots of character to any dish. The sausage infuses smokiness and savory flavors with the other components, plus, it requires very little preparation (which any mom would love) AND it's affordable!
If you enjoy cooking with smoked sausage try my #1 recipe most made and searched on my website - Chicken Apple Sausage Sheet Pan Meal. A simple, yet comforting supper your family will request often.
Key Ingredients
- Smoked sausage- I use the pork and beef smoked sausage rope but feel free to use your favorite kind.
- Potatoes- Baby yellow potatoes in a bag make a convenient and easy ingredient because you don't need to peel the potatoes.
- Aromatics- Onions and garlic.
- Green beans- Whole canned green beans are perfect and an easy item you don't have to prepare.
- Seasonings- Creole seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Butter and oil- Use both to sauté onions, garlic, and potatoes.
- Cheese- Cheddar cheese offers a cheesy layer that ties everything together.
How To Make Smoked Sausage and Potatoes
See full instructions in the printable recipe card below.
Step One. In a large skillet brown smoked sausage then transfer to a plate. Use the same skillet to sauté onions and garlic, then transfer to the same plate as the sausage.
Step Two. Add potatoes to a large bag with olive oil and seasonings. Give it a good shake to combine. Add the potatoes along with butter to the same skillet used for sausage and onions. Sauté until lightly browned but not cooked through.
Step Three. When the potatoes are lightly browned stir in canned green beans. Transfer potatoes, beans, sausage and onions to a greased casserole dish. Toss to combine and cover tightly with foil.
Step Four. Bake in a 400℉ oven for 40-50 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Add cheese to the top, melt, and serve.
Tips
- Season potatoes well- While the smoked sausage adds lots of flavor, you still need to season the potatoes with plenty of seasoning.
- Don't fully cook the potatoes in the skillet- The time the potatoes spend in the skillet is to only lightly brown and add flavor. You'll want to finish cooking them in the oven with the rest of the ingredients.
- Broil the top for extra browning- Before adding the cheese you can broil the top for a few minutes to add more color and caramelize the top.
Substitutions
- Potatoes- Other potatoes that work well in this recipe are russets (I recommend peeling them first) red potatoes, Yukon gold, or multi colored potatoes.
- Green beans- Fresh green beans are an option with this recipe but you'll want to pre-cook them before adding to the casserole.
- Seasonings- We keep the seasonings really simple and let the smoked sausage flavor shine. Feel free to add additional seasonings you enjoy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Follow the steps up until you transfer the baking dish to the oven. Cool completely and cover tightly with foil. Place in the refrigerator up to one day in advance. Allow to set out at room temperature for 30-minutes before baking. You will need to bake the dish a few minutes longer.
Yes! Add in bell peppers (any color) baby carrots are also a nice addition.
If you don't like smoked sausage than this dish is not for you. The sausage is the star of the show here.
Yes! You can incorporate chicken pieces, shrimp, or even bacon for additional smokiness. Keep in mind you'll need to adjust the cooking time depending on which protein you include.
Yes, however, you'll want to make sure it is completely cooled and sealed in a freezer safe container. Freeze up to two months. Thaw, re-heat, and enjoy.
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Smoked Sausage Potato Casserole
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 9×13-inch baking dish
Ingredients
- 1 smoked sausage rope, cut in ¼ inch slices
- 1 cup onions, sliced thin
- 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 ½ pounds baby yellow potatoes, sliced 1 inch thick
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoon Creole seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 2 (14.5) ounce cans whole green beans, drained well
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- fresh thyme or parsley to garnish optional
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400℉. Lightly grease a 9×13 casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add smoked sausage and brown on both sides. Transfer to your lightly greased casserole dish.
- In the same skillet, use the excess fat to sauté onions until golden, about 3-4 minutes, then stir in garlic. Cook garlic until fragrant, about 30-seconds, then transfer onions and garlic to the casserole dish with smoked sausage.
- Meanwhile, add potatoes to a large bag along with olive oil, Creole seasoning, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt and pepper. Seal the bag and shake until potatoes are well coated.
- Melt butter in the same skillet then add seasoned potatoes. Sauté potatoes until lightly browned, about 5-minutes. You don't need to cook them through at this point. Add drained green beans and gently toss with the potatoes, then transfer to the casserole dish.
- Combine all the ingredients in the casserole dish and spread out in an even layer. Cover tightly with foil and place in your preheated oven to bake for 40-50 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender.
- Sprinkle cheese over the top and place back in the oven, uncovered, to melt - about 5-minutes. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley if desired and serve.
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