Ingredients
- 12 oz smoked kielbasa (or turkey kielbasa), sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (as needed)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth (hot), plus more as needed
- 1 cup milk (2% or whole)
- 12 oz short pasta (penne or rotini)
- 3 cups small broccoli florets
- 3 oz cream cheese, softened (optional)
- 1.5 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella (6 oz)
- 0.5 cup finely grated parmesan
- 0.5 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp kosher salt (¾–1 tsp, to taste)
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp lemon juice (1–2 tsp, to taste)
Equipment
- 12-inch skillet
- Wooden spoon
- measuring cups
Method
- Brown kielbasa in a wide 12" skillet over medium-high, 3–4 min; remove and set aside.
- Add onion with a drizzle of oil; cook 3–4 min. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Add broth, milk, pasta, paprika, Dijon, salt, and pepper. Bring to a lively simmer; cook 8–10 min, stirring often.
- Stir in broccoli; cook 4–5 min until pasta is al dente and broccoli is tender.
- Lower heat. Stir in cream cheese until melted; remove from heat and add mozzarella and parmesan until smooth and creamy.
- Return cooked kielbasa and add lemon juice to taste. Let rest 2–3 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 980mgPotassium: 530mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 550IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 260mgIron: 2.2mg
Notes
For Two: Use half quantities (see Variations).
Lighter: Turkey kielbasa + low-fat dairy; add extra broccoli.
Gluten-free: GF pasta works—add liquid as needed.
Food safety: Heat fully cooked sausage to 165°F.
Lighter: Turkey kielbasa + low-fat dairy; add extra broccoli.
Gluten-free: GF pasta works—add liquid as needed.
Food safety: Heat fully cooked sausage to 165°F.
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