25 Satisfying Smoked Sausage Recipes for Easy Weeknight Meals (2024)

Smoked sausage recipes are a must in our house for easy variety. If you love sausage, then smoked sausage is most likely on your list of meats or proteins to keep on hand. I love the versatility and how everyone at our dinner table enjoys it, so this list of ideas is a great collection filled with variety for your menu.

Smoked Sausage Recipes

Mealtime is never boring at our house because we love a variety of foods, but when I am busy, not feeling like doing much, or in a hurry - I love simple dishes. Smoked sausage is a great choice since it is fully cooked already and just needs heating through before serving. So, we combine it with a few other items and create delicious meals like those listed below.

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Cheesy Smoked Sausage Soup

This delicious soup is filled with rich flavors. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it is ideal for anyone on a low-carb or ketogenic diet. High in protein and a perfect weeknight meal, you'll love how kid-friendly this recipe is!

Source: Maebells

Smoked Sausage Cajun Alfredo

Pasta is always a welcomed dish in our house, and Alfredo is a great rich and creamy sauce. This recipe combines that classic flavor with the delicious Cajun spice and a nice smoky sausage for a hardy meal that is ideal for weeknights.

Source: Plain Chicken

Instant Pot Sausage Cacciatore

Derrick from This Worthey Life is a magician in the kitchen and this recipe does not fail. While he used a smoked bratwurst in this recipe, you could use any smoked sausage for delicious flavor. This one is also super fast and easy in the Instant Pot.

Source: This Worthey Life

Sausage and Peppers Skillet

If you need something fast, easy, delicious, and versatile - this is the recipe for you. Sausages and a variety of peppers are a great base for many meals. Wrap this in tortillas, pile it onto a hoagie roll, or serve it with pasta for a fun meal. Of course, for those following a lower-carb diet, it also fits the macros beautifully.

Source: Salt and Lavender

Cream Cheese Smoked Sausage Pasta

Packed with creamy sauce, this pasta dish is one of a kind. Sometimes you throw things together and hope for the best, and this is one of those dishes that turned out incredible!

Source: Salt and Lavender

Smoked Sausage and Rice One Skillet Dinner

If you love a nice base of rice in your meals, this is a great option that is ideal for one-pot meal menu ideas. In this version, broccoli was added, but you can customize it with your favorite vegetables.

Source: All Things Mamma

Cheesy Cabbage Soup with Smoked Sausage

Another keto and low-carb option, this smoked sausage recipe is a perfect budget-friendly meal. Cabbage stretches your dollar and adds tons of fiber and flavor to an easy soup dish.

Source: That Low Carb Life

Smoked Sausage Green Beans and Potatoes Casserole

When I think of main dish meals featuring smoked sausage, this always comes to mind. It's a super easy throw-together meal that has simple but delicious flavors. Plus, it's one dish that is super satisfying so no extra dirty dishes when cooking.

Source: Great Grub Delicious Treats

Barbecue Smoked Sausage Bites

You can't have a recipe list without this dish! The simplest of options, a nice cooked sausage smothered in a favorite barbecue sauce is a great entree next to our baked macaroni and cheese.

Source: Great Grub Delicious Treats

One-Pot Cheesy Smoked Sausage Pasta Recipe

Oh my! This recipe looks and sounds absolutely incredible! What a combination! Nothing is better than a one-pot meal unless of course said meal has tons of pasta and cheese which pair great with your favorite smoked sausage.

Source: Yellow Bliss Road

Smoked Sausage and Zucchini Skillet

If you are looking for something just a bit healthier, then you will love this dish. Another excellent recipe from Yellow Bliss Road, this has tons of vegetables with the sausage for a lighter option. Pick turkey sausage and it's been better for you!

Source: Yellow Bliss Road

Smoked Sausage and Cheese Grits

If you want a dish that is perfect for any meal of the day, sausage and grits is that one you will love. This is super easy to make, and is Southern approved so you know it will be delicious!

Source: Mommy Musings

Smoked Sausage and Broccoli Sheet Pan Meal

If you like the easy meals where you dump and go, then this is a fun spin on that. Sheet pans are a great way to prepare multiple items at once, and this recipe does not disappoint. Roasted potatoes, broccoli, and sliced sausage create a delicious all-in-one meal.

Source: Craft Create Cook

Sausage Mushroom and Asparagus

It's the basic items like this that make meal prep easy to manage. Another easy meal from Craft Create Cook, I love the idea of doing this with different types of mushrooms or even green beans in place of the asparagus.

Source: Craft Create Cook

Penne Arrabiata Smoked Sausage

This has everything and then some! It's a perfect combination of flavors and textures that is a fun meal that is easy to make but good enough to impress guests.

Source: Don't Go Bacon My Heart

Creamy Mozzarella Pasta with Smoked Sausage

You may see a theme here with the pasta dishes, but it's because it is such a great combination. This choice has a lighter flavor with a focus on mozzarella rather than a spicy sauce. It's super easy to make.

Source: Julia's Album

Smoked Sausage with Potatoes and Green Beans

We've already shared one recipe with the same ingredients, but totally different preparation and flavors. While the first on the list was the classic, this is a different spin on that with richness and a level of flavor that is unique and worth trying.

Source: Easy Weeknight Recipes

Broccoli Sausage Cauliflower Casserole

Loaded with cruciferous vegetables, this is a great choice for those in need of lower carbs with high fiber and protein. Cheese is a great choice to go on top of this and brings it all together for an all-in-one dish that even picky eaters will love.

Source: Diethood

One-Pot Sausage Cabbage and Potatoes

If you like cast iron skillet meals, then you are going to fall in love with this recipe! Cabbage is a great pairing for smoked sausage, but adding in the potatoes and carrots turns it into a one-pot meal that is delicious and even great for the kids at your dinner table.

Source: Chelsea's Messy Apron

Smoked Sausage and Egg Noodles

This sounds so comforting! I love how it lets the sausage flavors shine. You could make it extra special by preparing our homemade egg noodles recipe instead of a boxed variety from the store.

Source: The Tipsy Housewife

Smoked Sausage and Zucchini Kabobs

Toss them on the grill with zucchini and you have a fast and easy idea that is perfect alongside your classic burgers or chicken on the grill. I love this by itself, but it can also be served over fluffy rice, pasta, or with potato salad on the side.

Source: Kalyn's Kitchen

Smoked Sausage and Cheesy Potato Casserole

Have you ever had funeral potatoes? Well, this recipe is kind of like that on steroids! A delicious casserole with creamy potatoes, rich cheese, and spicy sausage is a great potluck casserole idea.

Source: Plowing Through Life

One-Pot Smoked Sausage Broccoli Pasta

A simple one-pot meal, this dish is flavorful without being heavy. I love the use of smaller pasta to keep textures similar, and the broccoli gets a nice char for extra flavor.

Source: Skinnydish

Smoked Sausage Hash

The first time I had a dish like this was in Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri. It's a delicious combination of tender peppers, sausage, and bits of potatoes. A great dish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Source: Love to Be in The Kitchen

Goulash with Smoked Sausage and Potatoes

Goulash means different things to different people. This recipe is tasty, hardy, and definitely easy to make. Rather than ground beef, the sausage adds more flavor and texture to a classic comfort food dish.

Source: What's in the Pan

Red Beans and Rice with Sausage

While sausage may not be the star of this dish, it is definitely a key player in adding flavor. Beans, rice, sausage, shrimp, and a deliciously rich Cajun sauce make it the ultimate in comforting meals.

Source: Budget Bytes

Smoked Sausage with Peppers and Farro

If you haven't been using farro in your meal plan, this is a great test recipe. It's a great grain option that works great along with your favorite smoked sausage and vegetables for an all-in-one dish.

Source: Budget Bytes

Weeknight Jambalaya

This classic dish is a favorite with rich flavors, rice, vegetables, and sausage all in one dish. If you like spice, it does the trick, but can easily be adjusted for a mild flavor if preferred.

Source: Daring Gourmet

Creamed Corn with Smoked Sausage

While this isn't an all-in-one meal, but more of a side seasoned with sausage, it is a delicious choice to add to the menu. Of course, it wouldn't hurt anyone to eat a larger portion as a full meal, but I like it best alongside some grilled chicken as a tasty side.

Source: Spicy Southern Kitchen

Sausage Kale and Potato Soup

There are many versions of this soup out there with various sausages such as Italian and smoked. This recipe is richly flavored with smoked sausage and a personal favorite in our house.

Source: The Bettered Blondie