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Delicious kielbasa potato soup with crispy sausage, cheesy broth, and tender potatoes.
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Kielbasa Potato Soup

This creamy kielbasa potato soup combines smoky sausage, tender potatoes, and veggies in a rich, comforting broth. A cozy one-pot meal that’s hearty enough for dinner but simple enough for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: American, Eastern European
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 14 oz kielbasa sausage, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 3 russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • salt and black pepper, to taste
  • chopped parsley or green onions, for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • cutting board and knife
  • ladle

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add kielbasa slices and sauté until browned. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté diced onion until translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add diced potatoes and thyme. Reduce heat and simmer 12–15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and cooked kielbasa. Simmer another 5 minutes to heat through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with parsley or green onions if desired.

Notes

Feel free to use turkey kielbasa for a lighter version or swap in milk alternatives if you’re avoiding dairy. Add corn, green beans, or even white beans for more texture. Leftovers keep well and thicken nicely!