Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Kielbasa Broccoli Skillet recipe. This dish combines tender penne pasta, fresh broccoli, and savory kielbasa sausage in a rich, cheesy sauce that is sure to satisfy your cravings. Quick and easy to make, this skillet meal is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

Ingredients

Scale

Penne Pasta:

8 ounces of penne pasta

Broccoli:

2 cups (182 g) of fresh broccoli florets, quartered

Kielbasa Sausage:

13.9-ounce ring of kielbasa sausage, cut into bite-sized slices

Cheese Sauce:

1 1/2 cups (367.5 g) of whole milk
1 1/2 cups (169.5 g) of shredded mild cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons of unsalted butter

Seasonings:

1 small yellow onion, diced (about 1/2 cup)
1 teaspoon of minced garlic
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook Pasta and Broccoli: Boil penne pasta according to package instructions, adding broccoli in the last 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Sear Kielbasa: Brown kielbasa slices in butter over medium heat for 5 minutes.
Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add diced onion and garlic; cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
Make Cheese Sauce: Whisk cornstarch into milk, then pour into skillet. Simmer until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
Add Cheese and Pasta: Stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Mix in pasta and broccoli, season with salt and pepper.
Serve: Garnish with parsley and enjoy hot.

Notes

This dish reheats well but may require a splash of milk to retain creaminess.
Feel free to add additional vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 595 kcal
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: Creamy Kielbasa Broccoli Skillet, Skillet Recipe, Pasta Skillet, Cheese Sauce, Comfort Food