Collard Greens and Andouille Sausage One-Pot Dinner
A flavorful one-pot meal featuring smoky Andouille sausage simmered with collard greens, garlic, and onion for a hearty dinner. This southern-inspired pork ready in about 60 minutes pairs chopped collard greens, olive oil, medium, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, chopped collard greens
- 12 oz, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds Andouille sausage
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz sliced Andouille sausage and cook for 5 minutes until browned and slightly crispy on the edges. Remove sausage and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 medium diced yellow onion and sauté for 4 minutes until softened. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb chopped collard greens to the pot, stirring to combine with onion and garlic. Pour in 3 cups chicken broth, then season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 4: Return the browned sausage to the pot, stir well, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes until collard greens are tender and flavors meld.
- Step 5: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if desired. Serve hot as a satisfying one-pot meal.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Collard Greens and Andouille Sausage One-Pot Dinner take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Collard Greens and Andouille Sausage One-Pot Dinner?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chopped collard greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Collard Greens and Andouille Sausage One-Pot Dinner?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Collard Greens and Andouille Sausage One-Pot Dinner for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Collard Greens and Andouille Sausage One-Pot Dinner?
Southern pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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