You are going to love this One Pot Cheesy Kielbasa Pasta Recipe! We make this pasta and kielbasa recipe with an organic rotini pasta, but you could use penne pasta as well. This is a great family cheesy pasta meal that is sure to please everyone!
Kielbasa Mac and Cheese
Easy Skillet Cheesy Kielbasa Mac and Cheese Pasta Recipe
It’s easy to have a busy day and then be tempted by the lure of the drive-thru window! So here is another quick skillet dinner that is perfect for those busy nights when the kids come home starving from playing sports or playing outside and no one feels like cooking.
Yummy Skillet Kielbasa Pasta Recipe cooked in just one skillet totally saves the day! One skillet recipe saves you so much time
This is a great comfort dish that we love to make because it uses no butter or flour, but yet makes such a delicious pot of macaroni and cheese.
And also because we LOVE Kielbasa!
Kielbasa is a traditional polish food and is very popular in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You can use a healthier turkey kielbasa or you could easily substitute kielbasa with your favorite sausage. There are many brands of healthy sausage in the grocery stores to choose from now.
This Cheesy Kielbasa Dinner is Super Quick and Delicious and just ONE POT!
What Ingredients do I need for this Easy Pasta Recipe?
- Package of Kielbasa
- Onion
- Olive oil
- Dijon mustard
- Rotini pasta
- Chicken broth
- Milk
- Cheddar cheese
Who doesn't love an easy Pasta and Cheese Reicpe? Toss in some yummy Kielbasa, and it's a complete meal.
- 1 (16 oz,) package of Kielbasa
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 4 cups rotini pasta, uncooked
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1-1/2 cups milk
- 1-1/2 cups cheddar cheese
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Cut kielbasa into 1/2-inch thick slices.
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Heat oil in in a large skillet over medium heat and cook kielbasa and onion for about 6-7 minutes, stirring often.
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Stir through mustard the last few minutes of cooking.
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Add chicken broth, milk and pasta to the skillet with the kielbasa. Stir and bring to a light boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-9 minutes, stirring twice during cooking.
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When pasta is tender, remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese.
Step 1. Heat your oil in a large skillet and cook the onions and kielbasa slices. Stir often while cooking with a spatula.
We love fried kielbasa in onions. It’s hard to resist picking out pieces of kielbasa before it’s finished cooking. Some serious yum food.
Why We LOVE this Cheesy Kielbasa Pasta?
Two words can describe why we love this Cheesy Kielbasa Rotini dinner. EASY AND DELICIOUS.
This is one of our favorite quick dinners and not to mention ONE SKILLET! So, try our Easy and Cheesy Skillet Pasta with Kielbasa Tonight!
What is Kielbasa?
Kielbasa, also known as Polish sausage, is a type of sausage that originated in Poland. It is typically made from ground pork, beef, or a combination of both, and seasoned with a variety of spices, including garlic, marjoram, and pepper.
Kielbasa comes in different varieties, depending on the region and the type of meat used. Some varieties are smoked or cooked, while others are fresh and uncooked. Some types of kielbasa are also made with additional ingredients, such as cheese or jalapeno peppers.
What is the Best Kielbasa to Buy?
We like the Johnsonville Polish Kielbasa the best. We have tried many different varieties and found that this one is consistently good. It contains no artificial colors or flavors.
What to Serve with this Cheesy Kielbasa Mac and Cheese Pasta?
If your family loves peas, add some peas to the recipe as a healthy addition.
A tossed salad is good as a side dish for this Kielbasa recipe with lots of fresh veggies.
Serve with a side of cole slaw.
What to Do with Leftover Kielbasa?
Cut up any leftover Kielbasa into small slices and fry. Serve with a cheese or mustard dip. These make great little appetizer snacks.
Leave your leftover kielbasa whole and add to your favorite sauerkraut before baking.
Does this Pasta and Kielbasa Recipe Leftovers Keep Well?
Yes, just put into an airtight container and leave in the fridge. Leftovers should last about 4-5 days. Simple reheat when you are ready to eat. We love these leftovers.
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