Kielbasa and Cabbage Stew

Warm up your kitchen with this hearty and flavorful Kielbasa and Cabbage Stew, an easy one-pot meal bursting with rustic charm! Juicy slices of smoked kielbasa, tender potatoes, and sweet carrots are simmered to perfection in a savory garlic-infused chicken broth alongside vibrant green cabbage and aromatic spices like paprika and thyme. This comforting stew is not only packed with wholesome vegetables but also comes together in just an hour, making it an ideal weeknight dinner for the whole family. Garnished with fresh parsley and best served with crusty bread, this satisfying dish is a cozy classic you'll want to make again and again. Perfect for lovers of kielbasa recipes, cabbage stews, and hearty soups!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb kielbasa sausage
• 1 head green cabbage
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 medium carrots
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 4 medium potatoes
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the kielbasa into 1/2-inch rounds. Cut the cabbage into wedges, core it, and chop into bite-sized pieces. Peel and dice the onion, and slice the carrots into thin rounds. Mince the garlic cloves and peel and cube the potatoes.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the kielbasa slices and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the kielbasa and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and sliced carrots. Sauté for about 3 minutes until the onion begins to soften.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, paprika, and dried thyme. Sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the chicken broth to the pot, scraping the bottom to deglaze any browned bits. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Stir in the cabbage, potatoes, salt, black pepper, and bay leaves. Cover the pot and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Return the browned kielbasa to the pot and continue simmering for another 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender and the flavors are well combined.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaves. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy with crusty bread for a complete meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3393.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2404.0

Total Fat 126.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 213.5mg	0%
Sodium 9175.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.6g	0%
Total Sugars 43.2g
Protein 85.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 610.0mg	0%
Iron 21.8mg	0%
Potassium 7916.5mg	0%

*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: 47.0%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 38.9%