Crock Pot Swamp Potatoes

Swamp Sausage Potatoes have taken TikTok by storm, and for good reason! Our easy Crock Pot swamp potatoes recipe combines smoked sausage, potatoes, green beans, and seasoning for a delicious comfort food dinner.

We've had a baked version of this sausage, potato, and green bean combo on Whole Lotta Yum for years, but this slow cooker recipe is the exact viral TikTok version everyone's been talking about.

I'm showing you how to make it just like the trend and share a few simple swaps if you want to make it lighter without losing flavor.

Ingredients Overview

Here's what you'll need to make swamp potatoes in a slow cooker:

• Smoked sausage or kielbasa. Regular or turkey kielbasa both work.
• Baby red potatoes, halved or quartered
• Fresh green beans, trimmed
• Onion and garlic for flavor
• Onion soup mix packet
• Butter, about half a stick
• Chicken broth to keep it moist and flavorful

Full measurements are down in the recipe card below!

How to Make Swamp Potatoes

Step 1: Slice the sausage, chop onion, mince garlic, and trim green beans. Halve or quarter the potatoes so they cook evenly.

Step 2: Add the potatoes to the bottom of the crock pot. Layer sausage, onion, and garlic on top.

Step 3: Sprinkle onion soup mix evenly. Dot with butter pieces. Pour in chicken broth.

Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until potatoes are fork-tender. Add the green beans in the last 30 minutes to keep that bright green color.

Step 5: Stir gently and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

RECIPE TIP: To brown the dish, you can strain the smoked sausage, green beans, and potatoes out of the sauce and transfer it to a baking dish or sheet pan. Broil the tops for 2-3 minutes to get that oven baked look but with the juicy insides you get from slow cooker cooking.

Recipe Tips

• You can make this lighter with turkey kielbasa instead of regular smoked sausage
• To add a spicy kick, swap half of the smoked kielbasa with chorizo or other precooked spicy sausage.
• Use fresh green beans for the best texture. If you use frozen, add them in the last hour of cooking
• Skip the soup mix if you prefer a cleaner version. Try our baked sausage, potatoes, and green beans for a no-packet option

FAQ's

Why are they called swamp potatoes?

The name came from TikTok, where the crock pot version of sausage, potatoes, and green beans went viral.

As the ingredients cook together with broth and butter, the potatoes and beans release liquid, creating a saucy, stewy mixture in the slow cooker. The hearty but slightly messy look earned the nickname "swamp potatoes," and the name stuck.

What do you eat with swamp potatoes?

Swamp potatoes are hearty enough to be a full meal on their own since they include sausage, potatoes, and green beans. If you want to round out the meal, serve them with crusty bread, a side salad, or a simple veggie like roasted carrots or broccoli.

Do you add cheese to swamp potatoes?

The traditional viral TikTok version does not include cheese. Some people like to sprinkle shredded cheddar or parmesan over their serving for extra richness, but it is completely optional.

Can I make this recipe without onion soup mix?

Yes. You can season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning instead, or try our baked version for a clean no-packet option.

Is this recipe high protein?

Each serving has 17g of protein from the sausage. Using turkey kielbasa makes it a leaner, high-protein option. You can also double the sausage for even more protein per serving.

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