This hearty and flavorful slow cooker dish combines tender potatoes and fresh green beans with savory mini sausages, all enveloped in a rich barbecue sauce, making it a perfect meal for busy days.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time6 hourshrs
Total Time6 hourshrs10 minutesmins
Course: Dinner
Keyword: high protein, high protein dinner, slow cooker potatoes and lil smokies
Servings: 6
Calories: 330kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
1lbbaby Yukon gold potatoeshalved
1lbtrimmed fresh green beans
1packagebeef cocktail sausageshalal
1cupyour favorite barbecue saucealcohol-free
1tspsmoked paprikafor added flavor
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Begin by placing the halved Yukon gold potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker, followed by the trimmed green beans. Arrange them evenly.
Layer the beef cocktail sausages over the vegetables, ensuring they are well-distributed for even cooking.
Drizzle the barbecue sauce over the sausages and veggies, followed by the smoked paprika. Sprinkle with salt and pepper according to your taste.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid. Cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Before serving, gently stir the contents to coat everything in the sauce, then serve hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
This dish pairs wonderfully with a fresh side salad or crusty bread to soak up the rich barbecue sauce. For leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Slow Cooker Potatoes and Lil Smokies flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.