Kielbasa and Sauerkraut Skillet

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Kielbasa and Sauerkraut Skillet

A hearty, comforting one-pan dish featuring smoky kielbasa and tangy sauerkraut, perfect for a quick, family-friendly dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 people

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Eastern European, German

Calories: 380

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Kielbasa

1 pound smoked sausage or Polish Kielbasa, sliced into 1/2 inch rounds

Aromatics

2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced

Sauerkraut and Broth

1 16 ounce bag or jar of sauerkraut, drained
1/4 cup chicken or beef broth
1 tablespoon brown sugar or maple syrup (optional) to balance tang
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Equipment

skillet,

Method

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced kielbasa in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until nicely browned. Remove and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the sliced onion to the skillet, cooking for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Pour in the chicken broth and use a spoon to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in the sauerkraut, Dijon mustard, and optional brown sugar.
Return the kielbasa to the skillet, stir to combine, and let everything simmer on medium-low heat for 5-10 minutes until the flavors meld together.
Season with salt and pepper to taste, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 22gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This dish can be customized by adding apples, bell peppers, or extra vegetables. The brown sugar helps balance the tangy sauerkraut flavor.

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