Description
This Easy Blackstone Cowboy Stir Fry Dinner is a hearty and flavorful meal perfect for quick weeknight cooking. Featuring smoky sliced sausage, tender Yukon gold potatoes, and fresh vegetables like zucchini and bell pepper, it combines smoky spices with a satisfying sear on a griddle or skillet. Ready in about 30 minutes, this recipe delivers a deliciously comforting dish that’s perfect for family dinners or easy entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Stir Fry:
- 1 lb smoked sausage or Polish sausage, sliced into rounds
- 3 medium Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced (about 1/4 inch thick)
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped into chunks
- 1 large onion, chopped roughly
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
For Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
For Garnish (Optional):
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Your Griddle: Start by preheating your Blackstone griddle or a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once it’s hot, add 1 tablespoon of oil. The oil should sizzle slightly when you add the potatoes to ensure a good sear.
- Cook the Potatoes: Add the thinly sliced Yukon gold potatoes to the griddle or pan. Evenly sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt over them. Let the potatoes cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows them to caramelize nicely while softening.
- Add the Sausage: When the potatoes begin to soften, push them to one side of the griddle or pan. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil and then place the sliced sausage in the cleared space. Cook the sausage for about 5 minutes until it develops a lightly crispy, browned edge.
- Mix in the Veggies: Add the chopped onion, red bell pepper chunks, and zucchini rounds to the pan with the sausage and potatoes. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables become tender but maintain some firmness and crispness.
- Final Touches: Taste the stir fry and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Make sure all ingredients are well combined and heated through before removing from heat.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the stir fry to a serving plate. Optionally garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Serve hot and enjoy this satisfying, smoky cowboy-style stir fry!
Notes
- For a healthier alternative, substitute smoked sausage with turkey or chicken sausage.
- Vegetarian sausage can be used for a meat-free version.
- Pre-cooked or frozen potatoes can speed up the cooking process if pressed for time.
- You can add additional vegetables like carrots, broccoli, asparagus, or mushrooms, cut to similar sizes for even cooking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Reheat leftovers in a skillet or microwave; adding a splash of water can help retain moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Blackstone stir fry, cowboy stir fry, smoked sausage recipe, Yukon gold potatoes, quick dinner, skillet stir fry
