Kielbasa Stew Crock Pot

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Warm up your kitchen with the comforting aroma of this hearty Kielbasa Stew Crock Pot recipe, a slow-cooked masterpiece perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners. Featuring smoky kielbasa sausage, tender russet potatoes, carrots, celery, and a medley of aromatic spices like smoked paprika and dried herbs, this stew offers a rich, savory flavor profile that’s both simple and satisfying. A splash of tomato paste and chicken broth creates a velvety, flavorful base that melds beautifully during the slow cooking process. With minimal prep and the ease of a crock pot, this one-pot meal is a no-fuss solution for feeding a family or meal prepping for the week. Serve it piping hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a side of crusty bread to soak up every last drop of goodness.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 1 pound kielbasa sausage
• 3 large russet potatoes
• 3 large carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

📝 Instructions

14 steps

1. Slice the kielbasa into 1/2-inch thick rounds.

2. Peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized chunks.

3. Peel and slice the carrots into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

4. Chop the celery stalks into small pieces.

5. Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

6. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and lightly brown the kielbasa slices for about 3 minutes on each side. This step is optional but enhances the flavor.

7. Transfer the browned kielbasa to the crock pot.

8. Add the potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic to the crock pot.

9. In a small bowl, mix the chicken broth and tomato paste until fully combined. Add the thyme, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the mixture and stir.

10. Pour the broth mixture over the ingredients in the crock pot.

11. Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the vegetables are tender.

12. Taste the stew and adjust seasoning, if needed.

13. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

14. Serve hot with crusty bread or as-is for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (458.8g)

Calories		417
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		21.1 g	27%
	Saturated Fat	7.3 g	37%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		36 mg	12%
Sodium		1347 mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate		40.8 g	15%
	Dietary Fiber	4.1 g	15%
	Total Sugars	6.4 g
Protein		15.1 g	30%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		80 mg	6%
Iron		2.8 mg	15%
Potassium		1268 mg	27%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1151 cal (46.2%%)

Protein: 362 cal (14.6%%)

Carbs: 976 cal (39.2%%)