Kielbasa and Pasta
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful Kielbasa and Pasta recipe! Combining smoky kielbasa sausage with al dente pasta in a rich, creamy sauce, this one-pan wonder is a time-saving favorite, ready in just 35 minutes. Fresh garlic, sautéed onion, and sweet red bell peppers add layers of bold flavor, while cherry tomatoes bring a pop of brightness to every bite. Simmered in chicken broth and finished with Parmesan cheese and a touch of Italian seasoning, this dish offers both comfort and sophistication. Perfect for busy families or casual gatherings, it’s best served hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and additional Parmesan for a truly satisfying meal. Try this easy kielbasa pasta recipe tonight for a restaurant-quality dinner made at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz kielbasa sausage
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
Instructions
Slice the kielbasa sausage into 1/4-inch rounds. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the red bell pepper into small pieces. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook for 4-5 minutes, until lightly browned on both sides. Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add the diced onion and chopped red bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring frequently.
Add the uncooked pasta, chicken broth, heavy cream, cherry tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the pan. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the pasta cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the pasta is tender and the liquid has thickened.
Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the browned kielbasa, grated Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley. Mix well until the cheese is melted and everything is evenly coated in the sauce.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley or Parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2920 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 208.3 g | 267% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.2 g | 486% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 480 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 6713 mg | 292% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.4 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.6 g | ||
| Protein | 95.6 g | 191% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1150 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2445 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
