Instant Pot Smoked Sausage and Potatoes with Green Beans
Ingredients
- 1 tspolive oil
- 1 tbspminced onion
optional
- 1 lbsmoked sausage
sliced into 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 clow sodium chicken stock *for 3 or 6-quart model
- 1 ½ clow sodium chicken stock *for 8-quart model
- 2 lbpotatoes
cubed
- 1 tspcajun seasoning
- 32 ozcanned green beans
drained
Directions
- 1
Turn Instant Pot to saute, add 1 teaspoon olive oil and allow to heat up for a minute or two.
- 2
Once heated, add in the 1 tablespoon minced onion and 1 pound smoked sausage (sliced). Saute for 2-3 minutes, or until the sausage begins to be brown and the onions soften. Turn the Instant Pot OFF by hitting cancel.
- 3
Add in 1 cup low sodium chicken stock *for 3 or 6-quart model OR 1½ cups low sodium chicken stock *for 8-quart model and scrape up the browned bits on the bottom of the inner pot.
- 4
Add 2 pounds potatoes (cubed) on top of the sausage and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning. Add 32 ounces canned green beans (drained) on top of sausage.
- 5
Close the Instant Pot and seal the vent knob to sealed.
- 6
Hit manual or pressure cook and adjust cook time to 2 minutes on HIGH pressure.
- 7
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.
- 8
Stir together the ingredients and serve.
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When the clock is ticking and hunger is calling, this Instant Pot Smoked Sausage and Potatoes with Green Beans is your culinary superhero. It's a hearty, budget-friendly meal that brings comfort to the table in what feels like an instant, making it perfect for your busiest nights.The genius of the Instant Pot streamlines this entire dish, transforming simple, wholesome ingredients into a complete, satisfying dinner with minimal fuss. This approach ensures deeply infused flavors from the smoked sausage and Cajun seasoning permeate every bite, all while keeping cleanup a breeze.You'll be greeted by fork-tender, fluffy potatoes, perfectly seasoned smoked sausage, and bright green beans, all harmonizing in a rich, savory medley. This economical and kid-friendly main course is designed to be a wholesome, single-pot solution that truly delivers on warmth and flavor without compromising on speed or satisfaction.One of the best things about this Instant Pot Kielbasa and Potatoes recipe is its flexibility. Feel free to incorporate the minced onion for an extra layer of aromatic flavor, or skip it if time is extra tight. For a different twist, consider adding a dash of paprika with the Cajun seasoning, or swap out the green beans for another canned vegetable like corn if that's what your family prefers.This complete and satisfying meal is ideal for a comforting weeknight dinner, perfect for fueling busy families. Serve it directly from the Instant Pot for an easy, no-fuss presentation that emphasizes its hearty, home-cooked appeal.