Crockpot Sausage, Potatoes & Green Beans

Crockpot Sausage, Potatoes & Green Beans is an easy one-pot dinner made with smoked sausage, potatoes, green beans, broth, onion, garlic, and simple seasonings.

Also known as Hoosier Stew, this slow cooker meal uses affordable ingredients and works well as a family-friendly dinner any time of year.

The smoked sausage adds plenty of savory flavor while the potatoes cook until tender and the green beans complete the meal.

If you like simple smoked-sausage dinners, Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice is another easy slow cooker recipe to try.

Crockpot Sausage, Potatoes & Green Beans Ingredients

• Sausage: 1 pound
• Potatoes: 1 pound
• Green beans: 1 pound
• Broth: 1 cup
• Onion: 1/3 cup
• Garlic: 1 minced clove
• Seasonings: Salt, pepper, and paprika

The source recipe uses smoked sausage, which is already cooked before it goes into the slow cooker.

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How to Make Crockpot Sausage, Potatoes & Green Beans

Add the sausage, potatoes, green beans, broth, onion, garlic, and seasonings to the slow cooker according to the recipe card.

Cut the potatoes into pieces that are similar in size so they cook more evenly.

Cook until the potatoes are tender enough to pierce easily with a fork and the vegetables are cooked to your preferred texture.

The recipe card below contains the complete cooking instructions.

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What Kind of Sausage Should I Use?

Smoked sausage or kielbasa works especially well because it is already cooked and adds plenty of flavor while the other ingredients cook.

You can use beef, pork, turkey, or another preferred variety of smoked sausage.

A spicy smoked sausage is also an easy way to give the entire dish more heat.

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What Are the Best Potatoes for the Crockpot?

Small red potatoes, baby potatoes, Yukon Gold potatoes, and russet potatoes can all work.

The original recipe photographs use peeled and chopped russet potatoes.

Potatoes can become too soft during long slow cooking, so cutting them into larger chunks can help them hold their shape.

Leaving the skin on can also help, and waxy potatoes such as red potatoes hold their structure well.

The potatoes absorb flavor from the smoked sausage and broth as they cook.

For another potato-friendly slow cooker dinner, try Crockpot Ground Beef Spanish Rice when you want a different hearty one-pot meal.

Fresh, Frozen, or Canned Green Beans?

Fresh green beans are a strong choice because they hold their texture well during cooking.

Frozen green beans can also be used, although they may release some additional moisture.

Canned green beans are already cooked and much softer. Drain them well and consider adding them later so they do not become overly soft.

If you do not want to use green beans, the source suggests vegetables such as broccoli or chopped asparagus instead.

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Can I Cook Crockpot Sausage, Potatoes & Green Beans on HIGH?

Yes. The additional recipe guidance says Crockpot Sausage, Potatoes & Green Beans can cook on HIGH for approximately 3 to 4 hours.

Cooking for around 3 hours on HIGH can give the potatoes enough time to become tender while helping the vegetables retain more texture.

For a longer hands-off cook, use the LOW instructions provided in the recipe card.

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Storage

Store leftover Crockpot Sausage, Potatoes & Green Beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

For general refrigerated leftovers guidance, see the FoodSafety.gov Cold Food Storage Chart.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of broth can I use?

Vegetable, chicken, or beef broth can all work.

The source recipe used low-sodium beef broth with beef smoked sausage.

What size slow cooker should I use?

The source recipe was made in a 3.5-quart slow cooker.

The recipe can also be doubled for a 5- or 6-quart slow cooker.

Can I use red potatoes?

Yes. Red potatoes are a good choice because their waxy texture helps them hold their shape during slow cooking.

Can I use frozen green beans?

Yes. Frozen green beans can be used, but they may add extra moisture as they cook.

Can I use canned green beans?

Yes, but canned green beans are already cooked and softer than fresh or frozen beans.

Drain them well and consider adding them later in the cooking process to prevent them from becoming too soft.

What kind of sausage works best?

Smoked sausage or kielbasa works well because it is already cooked and adds savory flavor throughout the dish.

Beef, pork, turkey, or spicy smoked sausage can all be used.

What are the best potatoes for the crockpot?

Red potatoes, baby potatoes, Yukon Gold potatoes, and russets can all work.

Cut larger potatoes into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly.

Can I cook Crockpot Sausage, Potatoes & Green Beans on HIGH?

Yes. The additional recipe guidance gives a HIGH cooking time of approximately 3 to 4 hours.

Can I substitute another vegetable for green beans?

Yes. The source suggests broccoli or chopped asparagus as alternatives.

If you enjoy flexible one-pot meals, Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas is another simple slow cooker dinner.

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