Description
One Pot Kielbasa Pasta is a comforting dish that brings together the rich flavors of smoked kielbasa, creamy sauce, and tender pasta in just one pot. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe requires minimal cleanup while delivering maximum taste. With vibrant bell peppers and aromatic garlic, every bite is a delightful explosion of flavor that will warm your heart and fill your belly. Whether it’s a family dinner or a casual gathering with friends, this dish is sure to impress and satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz kielbasa sausage, sliced
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sliced kielbasa. Cook until browned.
- Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add bell peppers and cook for another minute.
- Pour in penne pasta and chicken broth; stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
- Once pasta is cooked (about 10 minutes), reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until creamy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg