Creamy Kielbasa Broccoli Skillet
Indulge in the creamy comfort of this one-pan Creamy Kielbasa Broccoli Skillet, ready in just 30 minutes! This delightful dish combines tender pasta, vibrant broccoli, and savory chicken sausage enveloped in a rich, cheesy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress everyone at the dinner table without the hassle of extensive cleanup. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins for a personalized touch. Get ready to enjoy a heartwarming meal that’s as delicious as it is quick to prepare!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 13.9 ounces chicken sausage, sliced
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions; add broccoli florets during the last two minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté sliced chicken sausage until browned (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in diced onion and minced garlic; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Whisk cornstarch into whole milk in a small bowl; pour into the skillet and simmer while stirring until thickened (3-5 minutes).
- Reduce heat and mix in shredded cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta and broccoli with the sauce; season with salt and pepper before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg