Kielbasa with Pineapple and White Beans

Sweet, savory, and delightfully comforting, this Kielbasa with Pineapple and White Beans recipe is a one-skillet wonder perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Featuring smoky kielbasa sausage, tender white beans, and juicy caramelized pineapple chunks all brought together in a flavorful sauce made with pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, and a hint of smoked paprika, this dish is a unique fusion of sweet and savory flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, it combines quick prep with wholesome ingredients like garlic, onions, and a garnish of fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Serve this hearty skillet dish with crusty bread or over a bed of fluffy rice to soak up every drop of the tangy-sweet sauce. Ideal for meal planning, it’s a family-friendly recipe that will win everyone over with its bold, satisfying flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound kielbasa sausage
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1.5 cups pineapple chunks
• 15 ounces canned white beans
• 0.5 cup pineapple juice
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the kielbasa sausage into 1/2-inch-thick rounds.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the kielbasa slices and cook for 4-5 minutes, flipping occasionally, until browned. Remove the browned kielbasa from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Dice the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the onion and garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.

Step 6

Drain and rinse the canned white beans.

Step 7

Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing them to lightly caramelize.

Step 8

Stir in the pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2 minutes, making a flavorful sauce.

Step 9

Add the white beans and browned kielbasa back into the skillet. Stir everything together and let it cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until heated through.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1436.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2242.1

Total Fat 113.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 213.5mg	0%
Sodium 6421.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 219.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.1g	0%
Total Sugars 77.5g
Protein 89.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 540.0mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 3843.2mg	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: 45.1%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 38.9%