Maple and Apple Glazed Kielbasa

Savor the perfect blend of sweet and savory with this Maple and Apple Glazed Kielbasa recipe—a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Juicy kielbasa sausage is caramelized to perfection before being coated in an irresistible glaze made from rich maple syrup, tangy Dijon mustard, and crisp apple cider, with hints of brown sugar and warm cinnamon. Tender, diced apples add a sweet-tart burst of flavor, rounding out this beautifully balanced dish. Ready in just 35 minutes, it can be served as an enticing appetizer with toothpicks or a hearty main dish alongside rice or roasted vegetables. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or holiday entertaining, offering a quick, flavorful way to elevate any meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb kielbasa sausage
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup apple cider
• 0.25 cup maple syrup
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 medium apple, peeled and diced
• 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the kielbasa sausage into 1/4-inch thick rounds and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced kielbasa to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the edges begin to brown and caramelize. Remove the kielbasa from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the apple cider, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, diced apple, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Simmer the glaze mixture for 5-7 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly and the apple to soften.

Step 6

Return the kielbasa to the skillet, tossing to coat the sausage evenly with the maple and apple glaze.

Step 7

Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze fully coats the kielbasa and the mixture is heated through.

Step 8

Remove from heat and transfer the glazed kielbasa to a serving dish.

Step 9

Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for added color and flavor.

Step 10

Serve warm as an appetizer with toothpicks or as a main course alongside rice or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	875.8 grams (875.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1691

Total Fat 123.60g	158%
Saturated Fat 51.40g	257%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 276mg	92%
Sodium 4156mg	181%
Total Carbohydrate 107.60g	39%
Dietary Fiber 5.20g	19%
Total Sugars 97.20g
Protein 38.40g	77%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152mg	12%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 1268mg	27%

*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: 65.6%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 25.4%