Sausage and Sauerkraut Skillet with Potatoes

 

Ingredients

1 lb smoked sausage (kielbasa, bratwurst, or your choice), sliced

2 tbsp butter or oil

1 small onion, sliced

3 cloves garlic, minced

3-4 medium potatoes, diced (Yukon Gold or red potatoes work well)

1 ½ cups sauerkraut, drained and rinsed (optional for less tang)

½ cup chicken broth or water

1 tsp caraway seeds (optional, adds a classic German flavor)

½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, for extra depth)

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Sausage

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 2: Cook the Potatoes

2. In the same skillet, add butter or oil. Add diced potatoes and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to brown.

Step 3: Sauté the Aromatics

3. Add sliced onions and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic, caraway seeds, and paprika, cooking for another 30 seconds.

Step 4: Add Sauerkraut & Simmer

4. Add the sauerkraut and stir to combine. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 5: Combine & Finish Cooking

5. Return the browned sausage to the skillet. Cover and let simmer for 10 minutes, until the potatoes are fork-tender and the flavors meld together.

Step 6: Serve & Enjoy

6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Would you like any modifications, like adding apples for sweetness or mustard for extra tang?