Creamy Kielbasa Broccoli Skillet
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Kielbasa Broccoli Skillet, a one-pan meal that combines savory flavors and creamy goodness in just 30 minutes! This comforting dish features tender pasta and vibrant broccoli, all enveloped in a luscious cheese sauce with flavorful turkey sausage playing the starring role. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your family’s preferences. Whether you want to add more vegetables or swap proteins, this skillet meal is a hit with both kids and adults alike. Gather your loved ones around the table for a satisfying dinner that you’ll want to make again and again!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small diced yellow onion
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 13.9-ounce turkey sausage
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package directions, adding the broccoli during the last two minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté the sliced turkey sausage until lightly browned (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in diced onion and garlic; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Whisk cornstarch into whole milk until smooth; pour into the skillet and simmer while stirring until thickened (3-5 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low, gradually mix in shredded cheddar until melted.
- Add back the cooked pasta and broccoli, tossing gently to coat with sauce. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg