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Cheesy Kielbasa Pasta Recipe

No matter the time of year, it's always a good day to make this lazy cheesy kielbasa pasta recipe. Here's why. It's ridiculously cheesy and packed with smoky sausage flavor. Mmmm!
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Course: Main Course
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 13 Oz Kielbasa Sliced
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • ½ Cup Onion Diced
  • 2 Garlic Cloves Minced
  • 8 Oz Penne Pasta
  • 2 Cups Chicken Broth
  • ½ Cup Heavy Cream
  • 14.5 Oz Fire Roasted Diced Tomato
  • 1 ½ Cups Monterey Jack Cheese Shredded
  • ½ Cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded
  • 2 Oz Cream Cheese Room Temperature

Instructions

  • In a large pot or dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Add sliced kielbasa and cook until lightly browned.
  • Add the diced onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until starting to soften.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, heavy cream, and uncooked pasta. Stir to fully combine, making sure pasta is mostly submerged. Add up to ½ cup more broth or water if needed.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 13-15 minutes, stirring often, until pasta is cooked through.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar, Monterey jack cheese, and cream cheese until fully melted and combined.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. 
  • Reheat in the microwave. 
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