Description
Indulge in a mouthwatering, creamy, and comforting one-pan wonder – the Creamy Kielbasa Broccoli Skillet! This easy-to-make dish combines the savory flavors of kielbasa sausage, the freshness of broccoli, and a luscious creamy sauce that will have your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
Penne Pasta:
8 ounces
Broccoli Florets:
2 cups (182 g)
Kielbasa Sausage:
13.9-ounce ring
Whole Milk:
1 1/2 cups (367.5 g)
Mild Cheddar Cheese:
1 1/2 cups (169.5 g)
Unsalted Butter:
2 tablespoons
Yellow Onion (diced):
1 small (about 1/2 cup)
Minced Garlic:
1 teaspoon
Salt and Pepper:
To taste
Instructions
- Boil Pasta and Broccoli: Boil the penne pasta as per package instructions. Add broccoli in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
- Sear Kielbasa: Melt butter in a skillet, add kielbasa and cook until lightly browned.
- Cook Aromatics: Add onion and garlic to the skillet, cook until soft.
- Make Sauce: Whisk cornstarch into milk, pour into skillet, simmer until thickened.
- Add Cheese: Gradually mix in cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Combine and Serve: Add pasta and broccoli, toss in the sauce. Season, garnish, and serve hot.
Notes
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- Ensure the dish cools completely before storing to maintain texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
