Easy Kielbasa Pasta

Quick, comforting, and bursting with flavor, this Easy Kielbasa Pasta is the perfect weeknight dinner solution. Featuring smoky slices of kielbasa sausage seared to perfection, tender penne pasta, and a rich, creamy tomato sauce infused with garlic, Italian seasoning, and a touch of red pepper flakes for a mild kick, this dish delivers bold taste with minimal effort. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a one-skillet wonder that combines hearty, satisfying ingredients like heavy cream and Parmesan cheese to create an irresistibly creamy pasta. Garnished with vibrant fresh parsley, this easy pasta recipe is both kid-friendly and crowd-pleasing, making it the ultimate family dinner option. Perfectly customizable and simple to prepare, it’s your new go-to recipe for an effortless meal packed with comfort and flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 ounces kielbasa sausage
• 12 ounces penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.5 cups parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. Set the pasta aside.

Step 2

Slice the kielbasa sausage into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Finely dice the yellow onion, and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the sliced kielbasa sausage. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is browned on both sides. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Return the cooked kielbasa sausage to the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.

Step 7

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated with the sauce. Heat for an additional 2-3 minutes to ensure everything is warmed through.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish the pasta with chopped fresh parsley and grated parmesan cheese.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy this hearty and flavorful dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1495.9 grams (1495.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3155

Total Fat 173.90g	223%
Saturated Fat 70.10g	351%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 351mg	117%
Sodium 5570mg	242%
Total Carbohydrate 290.50g	106%
Dietary Fiber 20.90g	75%
Total Sugars 22.10g
Protein 97.20g	194%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 675mg	52%
Iron 21mg	117%
Potassium 2665mg	57%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.2%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 37.3%