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.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 410kcal
Cost: 1
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- cutting board and knife
- ladle
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)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add kielbasa slices and sauté until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion until translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 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.
- Stir in heavy cream and cooked kielbasa. Simmer another 5 minutes to heat through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 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!