Description
One-Skillet Kielbasa and Potatoes is a simple yet flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This dish combines savory kielbasa sausage with crispy, golden potatoes, all cooked together in one skillet for a quick, easy, and satisfying dinner. It’s a hearty, comforting meal that’s sure to please the whole family!
Ingredients
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1 lb kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch thick pieces
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4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
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1 small onion, chopped
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1 red bell pepper, chopped
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2 tablespoons olive oil (or vegetable oil)
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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1. Prepare the Potatoes:
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
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Add the diced potatoes to the skillet and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
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Cook the potatoes, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes, until they begin to soften and turn golden brown. Remove them from the skillet and set them aside.
2. Cook the Kielbasa:
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In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
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Add the sliced kielbasa and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kielbasa is browned and slightly crispy on the edges.
3. Add Vegetables:
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Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper to the skillet with the kielbasa.
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Sauté for 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
4. Combine Potatoes and Kielbasa:
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Return the cooked potatoes to the skillet and stir everything together. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through and combine all the flavors.
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Adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve:
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Garnish with fresh parsley or chives, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your one-skillet meal!
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Notes
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Vegetable Variations: Feel free to swap the bell pepper for other vegetables like zucchini, spinach, or peas. You can also add a handful of cheese for extra flavor.
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Cooking Tip: If you want the potatoes to cook faster, you can partially microwave them for 3-4 minutes before adding them to the skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg