Tasty Apple Kielbasa
Sweet and savory come together in perfect harmony with this irresistibly "Tasty Apple Kielbasa" recipe! Juicy kielbasa sausage is paired with tender slices of tart apples and caramelized onions, all tossed in a luscious glaze made with brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. This quick and hearty skillet dish is ready in just 35 minutes and brims with comforting fall flavors, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing seasonal side. Serve it over fluffy mashed potatoes, steaming rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the tangy-sweet sauce. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness to this simple yet satisfying recipe that will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound kielbasa sausage
- 2 apple (firm, such as Granny Smith or Gala)
- 1 large yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Slice the kielbasa into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges. Peel and thinly slice the onion.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Once melted, add the onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they become soft and slightly translucent.
Add the apple slices to the skillet and cook for another 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples begin to soften but still hold their shape.
Push the apples and onions to one side of the skillet. Add the sliced kielbasa to the empty side and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the pieces to brown slightly. Stir everything together in the skillet.
In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Pour this mixture over the kielbasa, apples, and onions.
Stir well to evenly coat everything with the glaze. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if necessary. Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve warm on its own or over rice, mashed potatoes, or alongside crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1644 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.3 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.3 g | 251% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 279 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 5062 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.7 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.4 g | ||
| Protein | 40.3 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1570 mg | 33% | |
*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.
