Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this One-Pot Kielbasa Mac and Cheese. This creamy, hearty dish features tender elbow macaroni enveloped in a rich cheddar sauce, complemented by perfectly browned kielbasa sausage. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this one-pot wonder minimizes cleanup while maximizing flavor. With just 30 minutes of prep and cooking time, you can enjoy a delightful meal that everyone will love. Feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices for an even more personal touch. Whether served family-style or in individual bowls, this dish is bound to please.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 14 oz kielbasa sausage, sliced
- 3 cups elbow macaroni
- 3½ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Optional: fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the sliced kielbasa for 4-5 minutes and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add elbow macaroni, chicken broth, milk, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 8-10 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheeses along with butter until melted and creamy.
- Add the browned kielbasa back to the pot and mix well. Heat for another 1-2 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley or green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg