Crockpot Sausage and Sweet Potatoes

Prepare to savor the comforting flavors of fall with this Crockpot Sausage and Sweet Potatoes recipe, a wholesome and hearty one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This slow cooker dish combines savory smoked sausage, tender sweet potatoes, and aromatic yellow onion, all infused with a seasoning blend of paprika, cinnamon, and thyme for a subtle smoky-sweet kick. A splash of chicken broth ensures everything cooks to perfection, delivering melt-in-your-mouth textures and rich, homestyle flavors. With just 15 minutes of prep and hands-off cooking time in your crockpot, this dish is easy, satisfying, and great for meal prep. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh parsley, and enjoy as a complete meal or pair with a crisp green salad for a balanced, fuss-free dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Smoked sausage
• 4 medium Sweet potatoes
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp Dried thyme
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tbsp Chopped parsley (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the smoked sausage into 1/2-inch pieces and set aside.

Step 2

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

Peel and chop the yellow onion into small dices.

Step 4

Mince the garlic cloves finely.

Step 5

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage slices and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Transfer to the crockpot.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, then add them to the crockpot.

Step 7

Add the sweet potatoes to the crockpot, spreading them evenly on top of the sausage and onions.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the paprika, ground cinnamon, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle this spice mixture over the ingredients in the crockpot.

Step 9

Pour the low-sodium chicken broth into the crockpot, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly moistened.

Step 10

Cover with the lid and cook on high for 4 hours, or on low for 6-7 hours, until the sweet potatoes are tender and the flavors are well combined.

Step 11

Stir gently before serving and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Step 12

Serve warm as a complete meal or alongside a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1299.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2157.0

Total Fat 146.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 317.5mg	0%
Sodium 7685.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.9g	0%
Total Sugars 35.3g
Protein 75.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 341.2mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 1314.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.9%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 25.2%