This Green Beans and Potatoes with Polish Sausage recipe is a hearty, one-pot meal that’s full of flavor and nostalgia. Fresh green beans, tender potatoes, and smoky Polish sausage simmer together in a savory chicken broth until everything is melt-in-your-mouth delicious. It’s the perfect Southern-style comfort food for busy weeknights, Sunday suppers, or anytime you need a satisfying budget-friendly dinner recipe.
Who Is This Recipe For?
This dish is for families who want a hearty one-pot dinner, home cooks who love easy sausage recipes, and anyone craving a taste of old-fashioned comfort food. It’s also great for meal prepping since the flavors get even better the next day.
Why You’ll Love It
- One-pot, minimal cleanup.
- Inexpensive ingredients that stretch a long way.
- Delicious smoky, savory flavor from the sausage and broth.
- A comfort food recipe that feeds the whole family.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 lb baby potatoes (or red potatoes), quartered
- 1 lb Polish sausage (kielbasa), sliced into rounds
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt (adjust depending on broth & sausage)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Sauté the sausage
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add sausage slices and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Build the flavor base
- In the same pot, add onions and cook until soft. Stir in garlic and paprika for 1 minute.
- Add the broth & veggies
- Pour in chicken broth, then add potatoes. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add green beans & sausage
- Stir in green beans and browned sausage. Cover and cook for another 15–20 minutes, until potatoes and beans are tender.
- Season & serve
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley. Serve hot with cornbread or crusty bread.
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon
- Knife & cutting board
Storage Tips
- Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days.
- Freeze for up to 2 months (reheat gently in broth for best results).
- Tastes even better the next day as flavors deepen.
FAQ
Q: Can I use canned green beans?
Yes, but fresh beans give the best texture. If using canned, add them in the last 5 minutes.
Q: Can I swap the sausage?
Absolutely—smoked turkey sausage or andouille work well.
Q: Can I make it spicy?
Yes—add red pepper flakes or use spicy kielbasa.
Conclusion
This Green Beans and Potatoes with Polish Sausage in Chicken Broth is the perfect one-pot family dinner recipe—simple, hearty, and full of flavor. With smoky sausage, tender veggies, and savory broth, it’s a dish that warms both heart and belly.
Enjoy !!
