Made with only 6 ingredients and in 15 minutes, this recipe for Instant Pot Smoked Sausage with Potatoes is the definition of a fast family dinner! While the ingredients are humble, the results are pure comfort! Between the soft, flavorful potatoes, the spicy, hearty sausage, and the super tender green beans--this one-pot meal may be simple but the results are anything but bland and boring!
This recipe for Kielbasa and Potatoes is a hearty, economical, kid-friendly meal. It is ready in record time thanks to the Instant Pot, making it perfect for those really busy nights!
This recipe for Instant Pot Kielbasa and Potatoes was inspired by my childhood.
I grew up in an area with a lot of Polish influence, and so there was a lot of kielbasa, or polish smoked sausage, used in recipes. My grandparents would make a simple dish using kielbasa, potatoes, and green beans. It was simmered for hours on the stove or in the slow cooker until the potatoes and green beans were super soft and absorbed all the rich flavor from the sausage.
I took that recipe and sped up the process. Now in less than 20 minutes, the magic of the Instant Pot delivers this Polish comfort food.
It is rich, creamy, flavorful and so incredibly easy to make.
Key Ingredients
This recipe is made with humble ingredients, but there are a few things to note about each ingredient.
- Kielbasa: Kielbasa is a polish smoked sausage. You can use any smoked sausage you like. I use an organic beef smoked sausage that is free from nitrates, preservatives, and MSG. However, you can use any variety of smoked sausage you like.
- Potatoes: Russet, red, or Yukon Gold potatoes can be used. There is no need to peel the potatoes. Simply scrub and chop into 1.5-2 inch cubes.
- Green Beans: My grandparents used canned green beans for this recipe, and so that is what I use. It keeps this recipe super simple to make. Plus that means there is no cleaning and chopping of fresh green beans which is a huge time saver. But feel free to use fresh trimmed green beans in place of the canned beans.
- Chicken Stock: I used homemade chicken stock as my liquid of choice for cooking this instant pot recipe. You can use store-bought stock or water, but the stock will add more flavor to the completed dish.
- Cajun Seasoning: I find that a Cajun blend of spices adds just the right flavor to potatoes and pairs well with the smoked sausage. I use homemade Cajun seasoning, but you can use your favorite store-bought brand or seasoned salt in its place.
- Onions: The onions are totally optional, but do add a bit of flavor to this dish. Feel free to omit.
How to Make Instant Pot Smoked Sausage and Potatoes
- Turn the Instant Pot to saute and let heat up for a minute or two.
- Add in a teaspoon of oil and the kielbasa and minced onion. Saute for 2-3 minutes or until the sausage begins to get crispy and browned and the onion softens.
- Add in the stock and scrape up the browned bits on the bottom of the inner pot.
- Layer potatoes, Cajun seasoning, and drained green beans on top of sausage.
- Close the pressure cooker and be sure the vent knob is sealed.
- Set cook time for 2 minutes on high pressure. Note: If you want your potatoes JUST fork tender, but still somewhat firm, set cook time for only 1 minute.
- Let pressure release naturally for at least 5 minutes before doing a quick release of pressure.
- Open up the pressure cooker, give everything a stir, and serve.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- This is a really easy and fast recipe, but if you are really in a time crunch, I suggest skipping sauteing the sausage. I love the crispy texture the sauteing adds to this dish, but it is completely not necessary.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days in a sealed container. This recipe does not freeze well.
- To control the level of sodium, use low sodium stock, rinse canned green beans or use no salt added canned beans, and omit the salt or cut in half the amount of salt in the homemade Cajun seasoning.
More Instant Pot Comfort Food Recipes
- Instant Pot Beef Stew
- Instant Pot Pot Roast
- Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff
- Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings
If you tried out this recipe, I would love for you to leave a comment below.
Instant Pot Smoked Sausage and Potatoes with Green Beans
This recipe for Kielbasa and Potatoes is a hearty, economical, kid-friendly meal. It is ready in record time thanks to the Instant Pot, making it perfect for those really busy nights!
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Servings: 6
Calories: 384kcal
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced onion optional
- 1 pound smoked sausage sliced into ½ inch pieces
- 1 cup chicken stock see note
- 2 pounds potatoes cubed
- 32 ounces canned green beans drained
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Turn Instant Pot to saute and allow to heat up for a minute or two.
- Add in olive oil, sausage, and the minced onion. Saute for 2-3 minutes, or until the sausage begins to be brown and the onions soften. Turn the Instant Pot OFF.
- Add in the stock and scrape up the browned bits on the bottom of the inner pot.
- Add in potatoes on top of the sausage and sprinkle with the Cajun seasoning. Add drained green beans on top of sausage.
- Close the Instant Pot and seal the vent knob to sealed.
- Hit manual or pressure cook and adjust cook time to 2 minutes on HIGH pressure.
- Once cook time has elapsed, let pressure release naturally for at least 5 minutes. Then do a quick release of pressure by hitting the vent knob from sealed to venting, being careful to stand away from the steam being released. You can also let pressure release naturally.
- Stir together the ingredients and serve.
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Notes
Chicken Stock: Use 1 cup stock for a 6 quart Instant Pot and 1.5 cups stock for an 8 quart Instant Pot. You can also use water in a pinch.
Cook Time: 2 minutes cook time will cook the potatoes to a creamy, soft consistency. If you want your potatoes JUST fork tender, but still somewhat firm, set cook time for only 1 minute.
Smoked Sausage: Use any type of precooked smoked sausage or kielbasa you like. I look for an organic variety that is nitrate-free, MSG-free, preservative-free, and lower in sodium. You can also use turkey or chicken sausage to cut the amount of fat significantly.
Cajun Seasoning can be replaced with seasoned salt, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, and ¼ teaspoon paprika.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days in a sealed container. This recipe does not freeze well.
Sodium Content: To control the level of sodium, use low sodium stock, rinse canned green beans or use no salt added canned beans, and omit the salt or cut in half the amount of salt in the homemade Cajun seasoning.
Green Beans: By all means, use fresh trimmed green beans in place of the canned beans if that is what you prefer.
Speed it up: Instead of sauteeing the sausage and onions, simply layer the potatoes, onions, cajun seasoning, sliced sausage, and green beans in that order in the inner pot. Pour in the chicken broth and cook for 2 minutes on high pressure with a 5-minute natural pressure release.
Nutrition
Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 723mg | Potassium: 1136mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1207IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 7mg
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Sara
I’m still getting used to the instant pot. I couldn’t believe how tender the potatoes were after only two minutes! Next time I will try one minute. Really tasty!
Kristen Chidsey
YAY! I am so happy to hear you enjoyed! You will love how fast the IP cooks! Reach out with any questions.
James
Yeah I'm gonna 5 star this, and my apologies for not leaving a review sooner. I am not a cook. I burn cereal. I've only recently started "instant potting" and this is one of my go-tos. Not only is it super simple but it's absolutely delightful. I've memorized this recipe which is a big step for me, and grandpa LOVES it. Thank you so much!
Kristen Chidsey
Well thank you so much for leaving a review now, James! I am so happy to hear is a favorite with you and your grandpa!
Nicole
Hello love your recipes if I wanted to do chicken sausage how would I adjust the time? I was thinking about following the time of your sausage and pepper recipe because that came out perfect but not sure about the potatoes.
Kristen Chidsey
Hi Nicole! Thank you for your compliment. I love hearing you enjoy my recipes! I have made this before with precooked Turkey Sausage (like alFresco brand) and it worked great. If using potatoes and green beans, I would use the cooking time for THIS reicpe. The sausage and peppers is a bit too long for the green beans, but helps to develop that rich red sauce 🙂
Nicole
I made this using chicken sausage. This was AMAZING!!!! Adding this to my favorites. I used the time for the sausage peppers since they were raw sausages and it came out perfect. I love how you perfected the instant pot times which I know is not easy to do.
Kristen Chidsey
So happy to hear you enjoyed so much, Nicole! And I especially love hearing this Instant Pot Sausage and Potatoes will become a regular at your house.
Gloria
I live this recipe. I don't really like green beans, so I was skeptical, but this is delicious! I could eat it every week. And so fast!
Kristen Chidsey
So happy to hear you enjoy this Instant Pot recipe so much Gloria--even with the green beans 😉
A.wells
Super easy delish recipe!!! Thanks so much
Karolina
If I want to add mushrooms do I sauté them with the onion and sausage or throw in with the potatoes?
Kristen Chidsey
I would saute them with the onions for the best flavor and texture 🙂
Jillian
This was so good and so easy! I can’t stop eating it. This will go into our weeknight rotation. Thanks
Kristen Chidsey
So happy to hear this will be a weekly staple 🙂
Holly
Can I use fresh green beans? I wasn’t sure if it would be the same amount of time?
Kristen Chidsey
Absolutely! The cooking time will remain the same.
Sam
This looks and sounds delicious! Can I use Frozen green beans instead of canned? If so, would I have to change any of the preparation?
Kristen Chidsey
I would let your green beans defrost in the fridge or run then under cold water and then proceed with the recipe as directed.
Jackie
I never used my instant pot before this recipe was so fast and easy thank you! I added a few things to it I’ll probably make this a go to. It took me like no time at all the sauté and the pressure cook was quick