Classic Kielbasa and Sauerkraut (One-Pan Meal)
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
350 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Classic Kielbasa and Sauerkraut (One-Pan Meal)
Description
This one-pan recipe begins by browning sliced kielbasa in unsalted butter in a deep skillet, allowing the sausage to develop a golden crust. The kielbasa is removed temporarily, and diced onions are cooked in the same pan until translucent, absorbing the leftover flavors. Sauerkraut is drained and added to the pan with the onions to combine, creating a base of tangy cabbage and mellow onion. Sliced kielbasa returns to the skillet to warm through with the sauerkraut and onions, cooking together for five more minutes to blend flavors. The dish is seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste before serving hot.
This straightforward approach makes the meal easy to prepare and clean up, capturing the classic flavor combination of Polish-style kielbasa and fermented cabbage. It is a filling dish well suited to simple weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb kielbasa sliced into medallions
- 4 tbsp butter unsalted
- 1 onion diced, large
- 2 lbs sauerkraut
- 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper adjust to taste, ground
Instructions
- In a deep skillet over medium, sauté the kielbasa in the butter until golden brown. Remove the sausage and set it aside.
- To the same skillet, add the diced onion and sauté it over medium until translucent.
- Drain the sauerkraut and add it into the pan with the onions. Stir to combine.
- Toss the kielbasa back into the skillet and cook it for 5 more minutes. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 350 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 350kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 2051mg | 85% |
| Potassium | 468mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 262IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 24mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.