Kielbasa Potato Chowder
Cozy up with a bowl of hearty Kielbasa Potato Chowder, a comforting one-pot recipe that's bursting with flavor. Featuring smoky kielbasa sausage, tender russet potatoes, and a rich, velvety base made with chicken broth and heavy cream, this chowder is perfect for chilly days. Aromatic garlic, sautéed onions, and a hint of smoked paprika add layers of warmth and depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley brightens the final dish. Ready in just 50 minutes, this creamy soup is an easy yet satisfying option for weeknight dinners. Serve it with crusty bread or a crisp side salad for a complete, soul-warming meal that your family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Kielbasa sausage
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Slice the kielbasa sausage into thin rounds. Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized cubes.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the kielbasa slices and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the kielbasa and set aside.
In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the diced potatoes and cook for 2 minutes, allowing them to absorb some flavor from the onion and garlic.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Using a potato masher or an immersion blender, partially mash some of the potatoes in the pot to create a thicker texture. Leave some chunks for a hearty feel.
Return the browned kielbasa to the pot and stir in the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to combine flavors.
Taste the chowder and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the Kielbasa Potato Chowder hot with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2535 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.4 g | 213% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.3 g | 392% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 7166 mg | 312% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 175.6 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 63.5 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 322 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 5687 mg | 121% | |
*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.
