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Cajun Smothered Potatoes
Cajun smothered potatoes cooked low with onions and peppers until creamy and tender.
RECIPE AT A GLANCE
15
min
Active Time
35
min
Total Time
6
SERVINGS
Stovetop
METHOD
Why It Works
Cooking the potatoes covered lets them steam-braise until creamy. The trinity and a little broth season every bite as they soften.
Quick Fixes
Potatoes sticking: add a splash more broth and lower the heat.
Too firm: cover and cook a few minutes longer.
Ingredients
Sauce
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Vegetables
• 1 yellow onion, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
Seasoning
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Topping
How to Make It
1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium.
2
Add potatoes, onion, and bell pepper and cook 5 minutes, stirring.
3
Stir in garlic, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika.
4
Pour in the broth, cover, and cook 18 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender.
5
Uncover and cook 2 minutes to thicken.
6
Top with green onions and serve.
Store
Store up to 3 days.
Reheat
Reheat on the stovetop with a splash of broth.
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Avo's Tip
Keep the pan covered so the potatoes steam-braise and turn creamy instead of drying out.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
• What potatoes work best?
Yukon Golds turn creamy; russets soften faster and break down more.
• Is this a main or a side?
A side, but add smoked sausage to turn it into a main.
• Can I add sausage?
Yes. Brown sliced andouille first and stir it back in at the end.
Cajun Smothered Potatoes
Ingredients
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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2 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, sliced
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1 yellow onion, sliced
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1 green bell pepper, sliced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
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2 tablespoons sliced green onions
Instructions
1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium.
2
Add potatoes, onion, and bell pepper and cook 5 minutes, stirring.
3
Stir in garlic, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika.
4
Pour in the broth, cover, and cook 18 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender.
5
Uncover and cook 2 minutes to thicken.
6
Top with green onions and serve.
15
min
active
35
min
total
6
servings
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