Description
Hearty German-inspired “Creamy Sausage, Potato, and Sauerkraut Skillet” delivers comfort in one pan, blending rustic flavors with rich, tangy notes. Savory sausages and tender potatoes mingle with zesty sauerkraut, promising a satisfying meal you’ll crave again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (0.45 kg) smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound (0.45 kg) baby potatoes, halved or quartered
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
Liquids, Seasonings, and Garnish:
- ½ cup (120 ml) chicken broth
- ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon or whole-grain mustard
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Initiate the culinary process by searing sliced sausage in a generously sized skillet with olive oil over medium flame. Rotate pieces to achieve a golden-brown exterior, approximately 5 minutes. Transfer browned sausage to a temporary holding plate.
- Utilize the same skillet’s residual flavors, introduce chopped onions and gently coax them into a soft, translucent state. Incorporate minced garlic, allowing its aromatic essence to permeate the cooking environment for roughly 60 seconds.
- Carefully deposit baby potatoes into the fragrant mixture. Encourage caramelization by periodically shifting them across the skillet’s surface, developing a crisp exterior for 6-7 minutes.
- Integrate sauerkraut and caraway seeds, reuniting the previously seared sausage with the vegetable medley. Pour chicken broth to create a simmering liquid foundation.
- Reduce thermal intensity, cover the skillet, and allow ingredients to meld and potatoes to tenderize over 12-15 minutes.
- Elevate the dish’s luxuriousness by whisking heavy cream and tangy mustard into the bubbling composition. Permit the sauce to gently thicken during an uncovered 4-5 minute reduction.
- Finalize the preparation by sprinkling fresh parsley. Serve immediately alongside crusty artisan bread or atop pillowy egg noodles for a hearty, comforting meal.
Notes
- Select high-quality sausages with robust flavors like kielbasa or bratwurst for maximum taste impact.
- Choose baby potatoes with thin skins to ensure quicker cooking and better absorption of skillet flavors.
- Drain sauerkraut thoroughly to prevent excess liquid from making the dish watery and diluting the rich sauce.
- Use full-fat heavy cream for a luxurious, velvety texture that creates a more indulgent dining experience.
- Consider swapping chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter liquid base that complements the tangy sauerkraut.
- Experiment with different mustards like whole grain or Dijon to add unexpected depth and complexity to the sauce.
- For a low-carb version, replace potatoes with cauliflower florets or turnips while maintaining the dish’s hearty character.
- Add red pepper flakes or smoked paprika for a subtle heat that elevates the overall flavor profile without overwhelming the ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg