This easy potato stir fry is the perfect 30 minute dinner for your busy nights at home. This recipe is easily customized with whatever veggies you have in your fridge, and it’s all made in one pan on the stove!

Recipe Notes

  • True 30-minute timing tip: To keep this a true 30 minute dinner, prep all ingredients before turning on the heat. Having everything chopped and ready ensures the cooking process moves quickly and smoothly.

  • Use what you have: This 30 minute dinner is incredibly versatile and works with almost any vegetables you have on hand. Bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, spinach, green beans, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, or even leftover roasted vegetables can all be used. It’s a great clean-out-the-fridge meal.

  • Cut ingredients evenly: Uniform pieces cook faster and more evenly, helping you stay within the 30-minute timeframe.

  • Swap the protein: This recipe works well with chicken, sausage, shrimp, tofu, beans, or even leftover cooked meat. Adjust cooking time as needed based on the protein you choose.

  • Make it even faster: Use pre-cut vegetables, frozen veggie blends, or rotisserie chicken to reduce prep time and keep this dinner stress-free.

  • Adjust seasoning at the end: Quick meals benefit from a final taste test. Add a squeeze of lemon, a splash of vinegar, or fresh herbs to brighten the flavors before serving.

  • Keep it simple: No special ingredients required. Basic pantry staples and fresh vegetables are all you need to make this an easy 30 minute dinner any night of the week.

  • Meal prep friendly: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. This recipe reheats well for lunch the next day.

  • Freezer tip: If freezing, allow the dish to cool completely before sealing. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently.

Kid-Friendly Cooking Tips

  • Veggie helpers: Kids can wash vegetables, snap green beans, or stir ingredients together.

  • Choose-your-own veggies: Let kids pick one vegetable to include — it increases excitement and ownership at dinner time.

  • Set a timer challenge: Make it fun by setting a 30-minute timer and working together to complete dinner before it goes off.

  • Build-your-own bowls: Allow kids to assemble their own plates or bowls so they can customize their meal.

Prep
10 mins
Cook
15 mins
Serves
6
Ingredients
8
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Equipment

  • Non-stick pan

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs Little Potatoes, halved
  • 1 Tbsp canola oil
  • 1 lb (about 4 links) raw sausage, any variety
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 1 red pepper, sliced
  • 1 Tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Step 1

    In a non-stick pan, heat the oil until hot. Add the potatoes cut side down, and cook for five minutes.

  • Step 2

    Add the sausage, and brown the potatoes and sausage together for five minutes. Mix in the onion and red pepper.

  • Step 3

    Lower the heat to medium low, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the sausage is cooked and the potatoes are fork tender.

  • Step 4

    Once done, raise the heat to high to crisp everything up. Season with rosemary, salt and pepper. Serve hot.