If you need a dinner that is hearty, colorful, packed with flavor, and done in under 30 minutes, this Smoked Sausage and Sweet Potato Stir Fry is exactly what belongs in your weekly rotation. Made in one skillet, this dish combines caramelized sweet potatoes, smoky sausage slices, savory onions, and tender sautéed peppers to create a meal that tastes indulgent but is loaded with whole ingredients.

It hits every craving at once:
✔ Sweet
✔ Savory
✔ Smoky
✔ Filling
✔ Colorful
✔ Fast

This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, quick lunches, meal prep, or anyone who wants something satisfying without spending a long time cooking. Every bite combines the natural sweetness of caramelized sweet potatoes with the smokiness of sausage and the brightness of sautéed vegetables.

Below, you’ll find the full ingredient list, instructions, tips, variations, serving suggestions, and the complete recipe JSON in the exact structure you require.

Why This Recipe Works So Well

1. Sweet potatoes cook perfectly in a skillet

When diced small, they caramelize beautifully and absorb the sausage flavor.

2. Smoked sausage is already seasoned

It releases flavor as it cooks, meaning you don’t need many spices to make this dish incredible.

3. One skillet = easy cleanup

Same pan for sausage, veggies, and stir fry ensures maximum flavor and minimal dishes.

4. Customizable with endless variations

You can add greens, switch veggies, use different sausage types, or make it spicy.

5. Perfect for meal prep

Holds texture and flavor after reheating.

Ingredients

• 14 oz smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced small
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the sweet potatoes.

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet. Add diced sweet potatoes and cook 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly browned.

2. Brown the sausage.

Move sweet potatoes to one side of the skillet. Add the other tablespoon olive oil and sliced smoked sausage. Cook 4–5 minutes until browned.

3. Add vegetables.

Stir in onions, garlic, and bell peppers. Cook 4–5 minutes until peppers soften.

4. Season everything.

Sprinkle paprika, salt, pepper, and chili flakes (optional). Stir to combine.

5. Simmer to blend flavors.

Cook 2–3 more minutes until everything is caramelized and well coated.

6. Serve.

Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Smoked Sausage and Sweet Potato Stir Fry

A fast, smoky, sweet, and savory one-pan stir fry made with smoked sausage, caramelized sweet potatoes, and sautéed vegetables.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Calories: 410

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 14 oz smoked sausage sliced
• 2 sweet potatoes peeled and diced small
• 1 red bell pepper sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
• 1 onion sliced
• 3 cloves garlic minced

Seasoning & Oil

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp chili flakes optional
• fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

• Large skillet
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Spatula

Method

 

1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet. Add diced sweet potatoes and cook 8–10 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
2. Move sweet potatoes aside. Add remaining olive oil and sliced sausage; cook 4–5 minutes until browned.
3. Add onions, garlic, and sliced bell peppers. Cook 4–5 minutes until softened.
4. Season with paprika, salt, pepper, and chili flakes if using.
5. Cook 2–3 more minutes until everything is caramelized and well combined.
6. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.

Notes

Add spinach or kale for extra greens; use Cajun seasoning for a smoky kick.

Expert Tips

1. Cut sweet potatoes small

½-inch cubes cook faster and brown better.

2. Don’t overcrowd the skillet

Helps everything caramelize instead of steam.

3. Use any smoked sausage

Beef, turkey, chicken, kielbasa — all work beautifully.

4. Add greens

Spinach or kale can be added in the last 2 minutes.

5. Add crunch

Top with toasted walnuts or pecans.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Rice
• Quinoa
• Cauliflower rice
• Simple green salad
• Roasted broccoli
• Garlic bread

Variations

Spicy Cajun Version

Add Cajun seasoning and use spicy sausage.

Honey Garlic Version

Add 1 tablespoon honey + extra garlic.

Tex-Mex Version

Add corn, black beans, and taco seasoning.

Italian Version

Add zucchini + Italian seasoning + Parmesan.

Storage & Reheating

Refrigerate:

Up to 4 days.

Freeze:

Up to 2 months.

Reheat:

Skillet or microwave; add splash of oil if needed