Description
Hearty Polish Potato Skillet blends rustic comfort with bold flavors, combining crispy potatoes, caramelized onions, and smoky kielbasa. Robust and satisfying, this one-pan meal brings Warsaw’s street food charm straight to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 lb Cajun smoked sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 lb smoked turkey sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
Vegetables:
- 2 lbs baby red potatoes, halved
- 2 large onions, cut into chunks
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Seasonings and Oil:
- 1 tablespoon Cajun spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2–3 tablespoons olive oil (for coating)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare a spacious baking sheet with protective lining for easy cleanup and minimal sticking.
- Carefully slice Polish smoked sausage into uniform half-inch medallions to ensure consistent cooking and attractive presentation.
- Transform whole onions into rustic, chunky pieces and halve tender baby red potatoes to create varied textures and surfaces for seasoning absorption.
- Create a seasoning harmony by blending Cajun spices, salt, paprika, and ground black pepper in a large mixing vessel.
- Drizzle high-quality olive oil over sausage, potatoes, and onions, then meticulously toss ingredients to achieve comprehensive and even spice coverage.
- Preheat oven to a robust 400°F, creating an environment perfect for caramelizing vegetables and crisping sausage edges.
- Distribute the seasoned mixture across the prepared baking sheet, ensuring ingredients are spread in a single layer to promote optimal roasting and browning.
- Roast the medley for approximately 45 minutes, rotating the pan midway to guarantee uniform cooking and prevent potential burning.
- Verify doneness by checking potato tenderness, onion caramelization, and sausage crispiness.
- Transfer the aromatic, sizzling dish to a serving platter and garnish with vibrant, freshly chopped parsley for a final touch of color and herbal brightness.
- Serve immediately while ingredients remain hot and textures are at their peak.
Notes
- Sausage Selection Matters: Choose high-quality smoked Polish sausage for maximum flavor depth and authentic taste.
- Potato Perfection: Use baby red potatoes with thin skins to ensure crispy exterior and creamy interior during roasting.
- Spice Balance: Adjust Cajun seasoning based on personal heat tolerance, starting with less and adding more to suit your preference.
- Caramelization Technique: Ensure even spacing between ingredients on the baking sheet to promote proper browning and prevent steaming.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 458
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1000 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg