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Cozy One-Pot Kielbasa and Potato Soup (Easy 30-Minute Recipe)

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This smoky, creamy soup comes together in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s a comforting bowl of flavor that will wrap around you like a blanket.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes (about 2 pounds)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Brown the kielbasa: Heat the olive oil in your Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until nicely browned on both sides. Remove the kielbasa with a slotted spoon and set aside. Do not wipe the pot.
  2. Sauté the aromatics: Reduce heat to medium and add the diced onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes, scraping up browned bits, until soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the liquids and potatoes: Pour in the chicken broth and water, then add the diced potatoes, dried thyme, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Stir together, scraping up any remaining browned bits. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Blend for creaminess: Remove the pot from heat. Use an immersion blender to blend about half of the soup directly in the pot, leaving some chunks for texture. Alternatively, carefully transfer 2 cups of soup to a regular blender, blend until smooth, and return to the pot.
  5. Finish the soup: Return the browned kielbasa to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Place over low heat and warm through for 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Serve and garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with fresh parsley. Serve immediately with crusty bread or a simple side salad.

Notes

For extra crispy kielbasa, broil the slices on a baking sheet for 2-3 minutes after browning. The soup thickens as it sits; add a splash of broth or water when reheating. This soup tastes even better the next day as flavors meld.

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Keywords: kielbasa soup, potato soup, one-pot meal, easy dinner, comfort food, 30-minute recipe, smoky soup, creamy soup

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