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 in this recipe for Instant Pot Sausage and Potatoes are humble, the results are delicious. Between the soft, flavorful potatoes, the spicy, hearty sausage, and the super tender green beans, this meal is hearty, economical, and a true family favorite.
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 kielbasas, or polish smoked sausage, used in recipes.
My grandparents would make a simple dish using either ham, potatoes, and green beans, or 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.
Notes on Ingredients
- 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: Use low-sodium store-bought chicken broth/stock, homemade chicken stock, or Instant Pot Chicken Stock. While you can use water in place of stock, the stock adds 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 them if desired.
Recipe Modifications
- Make it EVEN Quicker! 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 unnecessary.
- Lower the Sodium. To control the level of sodium, use low-sodium broth or stock, rinse the 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.
- Use Ham: Replace the sliced sausage with 2-3 cups of diced ham to make a dish reminiscent of Potatoes and Green Beans with Ham
How to Make Instant Pot Smoked Sausage and Potatoes
The following tips are provided to help you achieve perfect results. You will find the detailed instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Sauté Sausage with Onion: Sauté the kielbasa and onions in a bit of oil using the sauté function for 2-3 minutes or until the sausage begins to get crispy and browned and the onion softens.
- Deglaze Inner Pot. Add in the stock and scrape up the browned bits on the bottom of the inner pot. This is a crucial step to preventing a burn notice.
- Layer Ingredients. Add potatoes, Cajun seasoning, and drained green beans on top of the sausage.
- Pressure Cook. 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 the pressure release naturally for at least 5 minutes before doing a quick release of pressure.
- Serve. Open up the pressure cooker, give everything a stir, and serve.
More Instant Pot Comfort Food Recipes
- Instant Pot Beef Stew
- Instant Pot Pot Roast
- Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice
- Instant Pot Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes
- Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff
- Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings
If you tried out this recipe for Instant Pot Sausage and Potatoes, I would love for you to leave a comment below.
Instant Pot Smoked Sausage and Potatoes with Green Beans
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.
Essie
My hubby and I loved it! I usually have all of the ingredients on hand. I did use salt, pepper and paprika because my hubby doesn't care for spicy. Thank you for the recipe!
Kristen Chidsey
I am so glad you both enjoyed!
Meryl
Great, easy recipe. Was making turkey kielbasa and googled for instant pot recipes and yours came up. Had all ingredients, and was delicious!
Kristen Chidsey
I am so glad you found this recipe and you enjoyed so much! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review 🙂
Patrick Williamson
I made the dish but I don't like spicy foods, so I use a teaspoon of Lawyer Season Salt, plus I added a diced green pepper. My wife and I loved made that way, and I will be making it again.
Kristen Chidsey
I am so glad you enjoyed this Patrick and it is delicious with seasoned salt as well.
Caitlin
Hi! I only have Italian sausage (not precooked), how would this effect timing? Thanks!
Kristen Chidsey
Hi Caitlin. I would first saute the sausage until browned. I would then turn off the instant pot, add the stock and scrape up any browned bits on the bottom of the inner pot. Add the potatoes, green beans and cook as directed. Enjoy!
Lesley
So delicious! Doubled the potatoes and cooked for 5 mins. Made with Conecuh sausage.
Kristen Chidsey
I am so glad you enjoyed Lesley.
Marla
This was so tasty. Thank you.
Kristen Chidsey
I am glad you enjoyed Marla, thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
Ashleigh
Hi! I’m using up some of what I have in the kitchen because of the quarantine. I have everything needed for this recipe ~ yay! And I added in a parsnip too 🙂
Kristen Chidsey
I am so glad you have everything you need! Be sure to chop your parsnip up into 1/2 inch cubes to cook through--but that will be a delicious addition.
Sharon
How can something this simple and FAST be so delicious!?! I am...clearing throat...of a certain age. I have self socially contained myself and made a list of recipes to try. I stocked up on smoked meats, canned & frozen veggies. This certainly fit the bill. THANKS, Kristen!
Kristen Chidsey
This is one of those recipes that I am always surprised at how delicious it is. SO SO simple, so good! I am glad you enjoyed it as much as my family!
Theresa Ruhl
If using fresh green beans, would the cook time change?
Kristen Chidsey
I would keep cook time the same, unless using thin beans. Then change to 1 minute--just be sure to cut your potatoes smaller 🙂 Enjoy!
Debbie
I cannot wait to make this with Conecuh Sausage, an Alabama made sausage that is perfect for Red Beans and Rice. This looks so good!!!!!!!
Kristen Chidsey
Oh, that is a new sausage for me, but sounds delicious! I hope you enjoy!
Brandon Schmitz
This was amazing annnnnnd my kids loved it!!!!! Bravo Bravo
Kristen Chidsey
I love hearing that. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review!
Ellen
We loved this!!!!!!!!!
Kristen Chidsey
YAY! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review Ellen!
Linda
Loved the idea of this Polish stew when I first read the recipe. I had some kielbasi in the freezer so I knew I was def trying this. It was so fast and easy that it seemed like no time before dinner was on the table. Loved the onion addition and used frozen green beans because that is what I had. It came out great!
Kristen Chidsey
Hi Linda! I am so glad you enjoyed so much! And great to know it worked will with frozen green beans--thanks for sharing.
Jenn
I love that the entire meal can be made in one pot and so easily at that! Thanks for the recipe!
Kristen Chidsey
You are so welcome Jenn! Glad you enjoyed
Douglas Forney
As listed, how many servings does this make? We have 4-5 people depending on day. I like to have leftovers.
Kristen Chidsey
Hi Douglas! This makes 6 servings. You can add in more potatoes and beans to make it go a bit further if desired. I hope you enjoy.
Amanda Ross
Amazingly flavorful and so super easy to make! It is going to be a new staple to my weekly meal planning, especially because all the ingredients are easy to keep on hand without an extra trip to the store!
Kristen Chidsey
YAY! I am so glad you enjoyed so much Amanda. Thank you for letting me know!