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One Pot Kielbasa Pasta Easy Cheesy Weeknight Dinner
Emily

One Pot Kielbasa Pasta

This creamy one-pot pasta combines smoky sausage, tender farfalle, tomatoes, and cheddar cheese for a quick, family-friendly dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 610
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb smoked turkey or chicken sausage, sliced ¼ inch thick
  • 1 1/2 cups diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 14 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz uncooked bowtie (farfalle) pasta
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Sliced green onions for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • large skillet or pot
  • wooden spoon
  • knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups
  • serving bowls

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet or pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5–6 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add diced onion and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Return sausage to the pot. Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, heavy cream, and uncooked pasta. Stir to combine.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 12–15 minutes, or until pasta is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
  5. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Garnish with green onions and serve warm.

Notes

You can swap the cheddar for Monterey Jack or mozzarella for a different flavor. Try adding a handful of spinach at the end for extra greens. Adjust creaminess by adding more or less heavy cream.