Crispy Chicken Sausage with Potatoes: Cozy Fall Comfort
Crispy chicken sausage and potatoes is a fall comfort food classic. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the technique for perfectly crispy sausage and tender potatoes every time. The key is to cook them undisturbed until they’re golden and crispy. This dish is so cozy, it’s like a warm hug on a chilly fall day. If you love this, you’ll also enjoy my Skillet Chicken Thighs in a Creamy Garlic Sauce. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Try my Spicy Chicken Sausage Shakshuka next! and For another cozy fall dish, try my The Absolute Best Chilaquiles..
Why This Crispy Chicken Sausage with Potatoes: Cozy Fall Comfort Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy sausage and tender potatoes in one pan
- Fall comfort food that's better than takeout
- Easy, 30-minute meal perfect for busy weeknights
What You'll Need for Crispy Chicken Sausage with Potatoes: Cozy Fall Comfort
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 lb chicken sausage
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes
- 1 onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Parsley
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Sour cream
📝 Ingredient Notes
- chicken sausage: Use mild or spicy, as preferred.
- baby potatoes: Cut larger potatoes in half to ensure even cooking.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast iron skillet — Even heat distribution for perfect searing and crispiness. → See on Amazon
- Kitchen tongs — Easy flipping and turning for even cooking. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Chicken Sausage with Potatoes: Cozy Fall Comfort
- Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken sausage and cook until browned and crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, add potatoes, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook, undisturbed, until potatoes are golden and crispy, about 15 minutes.
- Step 3: Return sausage to the skillet. Sprinkle with garlic powder. Cook for another 5 minutes, until sausage is heated through and potatoes are tender.
- Step 4: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Chicken Sausage with Potatoes: Cozy Fall Comfort
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcrowd the skillet. Cook potatoes in batches if necessary to ensure even browning and crispiness.
- Pro tip: For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of white wine to the skillet when cooking the sausage.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Chicken Sausage with Potatoes: Cozy Fall Comfort
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Potatoes can be parboiled up to 1 day ahead. Drain and store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Freezing Crispy Chicken Sausage with Potatoes: Cozy Fall Comfort
Freeze cooked sausage and potatoes for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes, until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through. Stir halfway through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: To make this dish gluten-free, ensure your chicken sausage is gluten-free.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken sausage for your favorite smoked sausage or bratwurst.
- Make-ahead: Potatoes can be parboiled up to 1 day ahead. Drain and store in the fridge until ready to cook.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not tender, cover the skillet and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, until tender.
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Crispy Chicken Sausage with Potatoes: Cozy Fall Comfort
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken sausage
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes
- 1 onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Parsley
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken sausage and cook until browned and crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, add potatoes, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook, undisturbed, until potatoes are golden and crispy, about 15 minutes.
- Step 3: Return sausage to the skillet. Sprinkle with garlic powder. Cook for another 5 minutes, until sausage is heated through and potatoes are tender.
- Step 4: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: To make this dish gluten-free, ensure your chicken sausage is gluten-free.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken sausage for your favorite smoked sausage or bratwurst.
- Make-ahead: Potatoes can be parboiled up to 1 day ahead. Drain and store in the fridge until ready to cook.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not tender, cover the skillet and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, until tender.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked sausage and potatoes for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes, until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through. Stir halfway through.
- Make ahead: Potatoes can be parboiled up to 1 day ahead. Drain and store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sat. Fat: 8g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Chicken Sausage with Potatoes: Cozy Fall Comfort FAQs
Yes, potatoes can be parboiled up to 1 day ahead. Drain and store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Overcrowding the skillet can lead to soggy potatoes. Cook in batches if necessary to ensure even browning and crispiness.
Yes, cook sausage and potatoes separately in the air fryer at 400°F for 10-15 minutes, until crispy and tender.
Smoked sausage or bratwurst can be used as a substitute for chicken sausage.
Yes, freeze cooked sausage and potatoes for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Chicken Sausage with Potatoes: Cozy Fall Comfort and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
