Description

Craving something savory, sweet, and unbelievably easy? This Honey Garlic Sausage Sweet Potatoes recipe checks every box. With juicy sausage caramelized in a sticky honey garlic glaze and tender sweet potatoes soaking up every drop, this is one of the best easy dinner ideas you’ll find. Perfect for a quick breakfast, healthy snack, or weeknight meal, it’s hearty, one-pan, and packed with flavor. Whether you’re into fast food ideas or want a new staple for your dinner rotation, this easy recipe brings comfort and simplicity to your table.

Ingredients

1 lb smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

Salt and black pepper, to taste

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

1/3 cup honey

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice

1/4 cup water or chicken broth

Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into 1-inch pieces. Slice the sausage into 1/2-inch rounds. Mince garlic and whisk together the honey garlic sauce: honey, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and water or broth.

2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium. Add sweet potatoes, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cover and cook 10–12 minutes until tender and golden. Remove from pan.

3. Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Sauté sausage rounds until browned, about 3–4 minutes per side.

4. Deglaze pan with water or broth, scraping up browned bits. Return sweet potatoes to the pan.

5. Pour honey garlic sauce over everything. Toss gently and let simmer for 5 minutes, allowing sauce to reduce and glaze the sausage and potatoes.

6. Garnish with parsley and serve hot. Enjoy as-is or pair with rice, greens, or salad.

Notes

Use smoked turkey or vegan sausage to adapt the recipe to your dietary needs.

Pre-cook sweet potatoes in the microwave to speed up skillet time.

Be patient with the sauce—it thickens best over gentle simmering.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner recipe
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 410
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 790mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: easy dinner, sweet potatoes, honey garlic, sausage recipe, quick meal, comfort food