Easy One Pot Kielbasa and Sauerkraut Dinner
Enjoy a hearty and flavorful meal with my easy Kielbasa and Sauerkraut recipe - effortlessly bringing dinner to the table. This sweet and savory Polish sausage delight, featuring old-world European flavors, with tart sauerkraut is a frequent family favorite on our menu. Dinner ready in less than 30-minutes!
INGREDIENTS
- 1 pound kielbasa or similar sausage
- 1 pound sauerkraut recipe
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 2 tablespoon butter
- salt to taste, see notes
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- parsley for serving
INSTRUCTIONS
- Prep. Slice the sausage into even medallions for consistent cooking.
- For sauerkraut. Thoroughly drain sauerkraut to avoid excess moisture in the pan. Remove as much liquid as possible, especially if it's packed in brines that could impact the dish's flavor.
- Brown the kielbasa. In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and cook the kielbasa over medium heat until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Saute sauerkraut. In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions in the remaining butter for about 5 minutes. Add sauerkraut and black pepper, cooking until heated through.
- Next, return the kielbasa, stir to blend everything together, and serve. You can also serve it with a dollop of sour cream (so good!).
NOTES
- Salt: I don’t add salt here as the kielbasa is quite savory. Taste the sauerkraut mixture in the end, and if needed add seasonings to taste.
- To Store. Keep any leftover kielbasa and sauerkraut in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
- To Reheat. For reheating, warm the dish in a buttered large skillet over medium-high heat until heated through. Alternatively, you can microwave it for a minute or two. This dish tastes even better the next day!
- CROCK POT INSTRUCTIONS.
- Slice the sausage and brown it in a skillet with a touch of butter. You can also brown sauerkraut in the skillet for added flavor, but it is not necessary.
- Line or lightly grease your slow cooker and evenly layer sauerkraut with a bit of its juice at the bottom. Place the browned sausage on top. For added flavor, you can include fresh rosemary, thyme or dill in the crock pot. Cook on high for 1–1 ½ hours or on low for 2–3 hours.
ADD YOUR OWN PRIVATE NOTES
NUTRITION
Calories: 458kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 18gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 1790mgPotassium: 523mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 197IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 59mgIron: 3mg
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