Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage
This Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Smoked Sausage recipe is a crave-worthy one-pan meal that brings together crispy roasted potatoes, smoky sausage, ranch seasoning, and melty cheese for the ultimate comfort dinner.
Ingredients
- - 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes cubed
- - 14 oz smoked sausage sliced
- - 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- - 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- - ¾ cup sour cream
- - 2 tbsp butter melted
- - ½ tsp garlic powder
- - ½ tsp onion powder
- - ¼ tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a large baking dish.
- Toss cubed potatoes in melted butter, half the ranch seasoning, and black pepper. Roast 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, brown sliced sausage in skillet until crispy.
- Remove potatoes from oven. Add sausage, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and half the cheese. Stir gently.
- Top with remaining cheese and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Broil 2 minutes for extra cheesy crust. Rest before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use cast iron or metal pan for crisp edges.
- Swap in Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version.
- Add steamed broccoli or bell peppers for more nutrition.
- Leftovers reheat best in air fryer or oven—avoid the microwave.