One Pot Kielbasa Pasta – Creamy, Easy & Family-Approved
A comforting one pot meal with smoky kielbasa, creamy sauce, and tender pasta—quick to make and perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner, Pasta, One-Pot Meals
- Method: One-Pot, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
14 oz kielbasa sausage, sliced into rounds
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version)
8 oz uncooked pasta (penne, rotini, or shells work well)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add sliced kielbasa and cook until browned, about 4–5 minutes.
Add onion and garlic; sauté until softened and fragrant.
Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, pasta, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
Cover and cook 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Swap kielbasa for andouille or smoked sausage for a spicier kick.
Add spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers for extra veggies.
Use gluten-free pasta and broth if needed.
Leftovers reheat well on the stovetop with a splash of broth or cream.
