Kielbasa Stew

Warm, hearty, and undeniably comforting, this kielbasa stew is the perfect one-pot meal for cozy weeknight dinners or chilly weekends. Packed with smoky kielbasa sausage, tender russet potatoes, sweet carrots, and aromatic celery, every spoonful is a medley of savory flavors and satisfying textures. A robust base of chicken broth, tomato paste, and fragrant spices like paprika and thyme elevate this dish to soul-soothing perfection. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make stew is ideal for busy families and yields enough to serve six. Pair it with crusty bread or a side of cooked rice for a filling, delicious dinner that's as inviting as it is nourishing.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound kielbasa sausage
• 3 large russet potatoes
• 3 medium carrots
• 2 stalks celery stalks
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 5 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Slice the kielbasa into 1/2-inch thick rounds and set aside.

Step 2

Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Slice the carrots into 1/4-inch thick rounds, dice the celery into small pieces, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until lightly browned. Remove the kielbasa with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and tomato paste to the pot. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine. Add the cubed potatoes, paprika, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, uncovered.

Step 7

Return the browned kielbasa to the pot and stir to combine. Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes until the potatoes and carrots are tender and the flavors are well combined.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf from the stew and discard. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot with crusty bread or over cooked rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3055.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2362.3

Total Fat 111.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 213.5mg	0%
Sodium 8693.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 256.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.5g	0%
Total Sugars 40.0g
Protein 86.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 524.3mg	0%
Iron 22.7mg	0%
Potassium 8544.6mg	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: 42.3%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 43.1%