One Pot Kielbasa Pasta
Smoky kielbasa, tender pasta, and melty cheddar cheese come together in one skillet for the ultimate comfort food easy to make, easy to love, and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound smoked kielbasa or turkey/chicken sausage sliced ¼ inch thick
- 1 cup diced onion about 1 medium onion
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup canned diced tomatoes with juice
- 8 ounces small dry pasta about 2 cups; penne, rotini, or shells
- ½ cup milk or heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Finishing Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese about 4 ounces
- 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook kielbasa and onions until browned and tender.
- Add garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
- Add broth, tomatoes, milk/cream, pasta, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
- Stir in half the cheese until melted and creamy.
- Top with remaining cheese, cover for a few minutes until bubbly, then garnish with scallions and serve.