Description
A comforting and creamy crockpot dinner featuring smoky sausage, tender baby potatoes, and a flavorful mixture of herbs and cream, perfect for an easy and hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 4 cups baby potatoes, halved
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquid and Seasonings
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the crockpot: Spray the crockpot insert with cooking spray or lightly oil it to prevent sticking.
- Add main ingredients: Place the sliced smoked sausage, halved baby potatoes, finely chopped onion, and minced garlic into the crockpot, distributing them evenly.
- Mix creamy sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, heavy cream, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine in crockpot: Pour the creamy broth mixture evenly over the sausage and vegetables in the crockpot.
- Cook slowly: Cover and cook on the low setting for 6 to 7 hours, or alternatively on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the baby potatoes are tender and flavors are well blended.
- Finish and serve: Before serving, gently stir the mixture to combine everything evenly. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, then serve warm for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary depending on your crockpot model; check potatoes for tenderness before serving.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter dish, but the sauce may be less rich.
- For more smoky flavor, use smoked sausage varieties like Andouille or Kielbasa.
- Fresh thyme can be used instead of dried thyme for a brighter flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
