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Quick Creamy One Pot Kielbasa Pasta

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A fast, comforting, and creamy one pot pasta dish featuring smoky kielbasa sausage, perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces kielbasa sausage, sliced into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 ounces uncooked penne or rotini pasta
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Handful of fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Slice the kielbasa into ½-inch pieces, dice the onion finely, and mince the garlic cloves. Measure out pasta, broth, and cream.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add kielbasa slices and cook 4–5 minutes until browned and smoky.
  3. Add diced onion and cook with kielbasa for 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in 3 cups chicken broth and 8 ounces uncooked pasta. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover with lid, and simmer pasta for about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Once pasta is tender, lower heat and stir in 1 cup heavy cream and ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until cheese melts and sauce thickens, about 3 minutes.
  7. Season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped parsley on top.
  8. Serve immediately while warm and creamy. If sauce thickens upon standing, stir in a splash of milk or broth before reheating.

Notes

Do not overcook the pasta during broth simmering; it should be tender but still firm to hold up after adding cream and cheese. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Use fresh Parmesan cheese for best flavor and smooth sauce. For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta. Adding veggies like spinach or peas near the end adds color and nutrition without changing the creamy texture.

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