Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of One-Pot Kielbasa Mac and Cheese, a dish that seamlessly blends tender elbow macaroni with a rich, creamy cheese sauce and flavorful turkey sausage. This easy-to-prepare recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, allowing you to enjoy a delightful meal without the hassle of extensive cleanup. With each bite coated in a velvety cheese blend, this dish will quickly become a household favorite. Plus, it’s versatile enough to customize with your choice of pasta or added vegetables, making it both delicious and adaptable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 14 oz turkey sausage, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups elbow macaroni
- 3½ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley or green onions
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced turkey sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the elbow macaroni, chicken broth, whole milk, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt to the pot. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Once the pasta is cooked, reduce heat to low. Stir in the cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and unsalted butter until fully melted and creamy.
- Return the browned turkey sausage to the pot. Stir to combine and heat for an additional 1-2 minutes until warmed through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious One-Pot Kielbasa Mac and Cheese!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg