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    Kielbasa, Potatoes and Peppers

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosure for more information. Published: Sep 16, 2019 by Dee

    Fried Kielbasa, Potatoes and Peppers is a super easy one pan dinner recipe made with smoked sausage, baby creamer potatoes, colorful bell peppers and onions. Simple and delicious!

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    fried kielbasa with potatoes, peppers and onions on wooden spoon in a skillet

    Kielbasa with potatoes and peppers is one of my absolute favorite kielbasa recipes to make for dinner. It's simple, budget friendly comfort food, and it's an incredibly easy recipe to make.

    Growing up, we had Polish sausage and fried potatoes often, but my mom always made them separately. I changed the recipe up by adding bell peppers for extra flavor and color.

    I also cook the sausage and potatoes all in one skillet. I mean, why dirty another pan when you don't have to?!

    How to Make Fried Kielbasa with Potatoes and Peppers

    Add your cut-up onions and potatoes to a non-stick skillet along with some butter and olive oil. The butter adds amazing flavor to the potatoes and onions, and the olive oil helps prevent the butter from burning.

    You don't want temperature too high -- Keep your burner on medium to medium-high heat, and stir frequently.

    fry cut baby potatoes and onions in skillet

    When the potatoes start to soften up, add the sliced kielbasa and some salt, pepper and garlic powder. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the potatoes are crispy on the outside and fork tender.

    We like our peppers on the crisp side, so I add them in last. When they're done, you're done!

    cook kielbasa slices with onions and potatoes in skillet

    You can throw in some shredded Parm or your favorite cheese on top, but we think this kielbasa sausage dinner is perfect just as it is. My kids love this quick and easy dinner, and there are never any leftovers!

    sliced smoked sausage with cut baby potatoes, peppers and onions in a skillet

    Is Kielbasa Different from Smoked Sausage?

    Kielbasa is Polish sausage that is typically smoked but doesn't have to be. You can use smoked sausage from any brand in this recipe.

    What Potatoes are Best for Frying

    Russets or Yukon Gold potatoes are perfect for frying with kielbasa. You get a crispy outside and a creamy inside. I prefer Yukon Gold or the smaller baby variety because you don't have to peel them!

    More Quick and Easy Kielbasa Recipes

    • Fried Kielbasa and Cabbage
    • Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage Dinner
    • Haluski with Kielbasa
    • Creamy Kielbasa Pasta
    • Baked Pierogies and Kielbasa
    • Kielbasa Sauerkraut Sliders
    • Instant Pot Smoked Sausage Mac and Cheese
    fried sliced kielbasa with cut baby potatoes, red bell peppers and onions in a skillet

    Kielbasa Potatoes and Peppers Recipe

    fried kielbasa with potatoes, peppers and onions on wooden spoon in a skillet

    Kielbasa, Potatoes and Peppers

    Published by Dee
    Fried Kielbasa, Potatoes and Peppers is a super easy one pan dinner recipe made with smoked sausage, baby creamer potatoes, colorful bell peppers and onions. Simple and delicious!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Main
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 332 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • ½ cup onion chopped
    • 1 pound Yukon Gold baby potatoes washed and sliced into quarters
    • 1 rope kielbasa sliced
    • 1 teaspoon sea salt
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 2 bell peppers 1 red and 1 orange, chopped

    Instructions
     

    • In a large non-stick skillet, melt butter and olive oil, and add the cut potatoes and onions
    • Cook over medium to medium high heat, stirring frequently, until potatoes begin to soften
    • Add the sliced kielbasa, sea salt, pepper and garlic powder, and cook until heated through and brown on the outside, stirring frequently
    • When potatoes are crisp on the outside and fork tender, stir in the peppers, and cook until tender but still firm

    Notes

    Cook times may vary depending upon how hot your skillet is but can take 30 to 40 minutes. I recommend using medium to medium-high heat and adjusting heat to avoid burning, if necessary.

    Nutrition information is estimated. Please do your own calculation to fit special diets.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 332kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 429mgPotassium: 421mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1359IUVitamin C: 67mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Carol Haas says

      October 18, 2020 at 6:15 pm

      We really love this kind of quick, skillet meal. I made not quite half of the recipe for 2 of us and used fingerling potatoes so just washed and sliced them, one small onion, 1 yellow pepper and two chicken kielbasa. Yum!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        October 19, 2020 at 11:16 am

        So happy you liked it, Carol. Thanks, and have a great day!

    2. Michelle Goth says

      September 20, 2019 at 9:31 am

      This looks like the perfect, hearty fall meal!

      Reply
    3. James says

      September 19, 2019 at 7:13 am

      Some of my favorite things in one recipe. Made this last night and enough for leftovers too! Yummy!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        September 19, 2019 at 11:25 am

        Awesome, James. So glad it was a hit with your family!

    4. Lora says

      September 19, 2019 at 3:10 am

      So easy to make and comfort in every bite!5 stars

      Reply
    5. Jessy says

      September 18, 2019 at 6:14 pm

      This looks delicious! Definitely saving to make soon!

      Reply
    6. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

      September 18, 2019 at 4:24 pm

      This couldn't look any more perfect! This looks fabulous!5 stars

      Reply
    7. Catalina says

      September 18, 2019 at 10:33 am

      I love to make this for dinner! 5 stars

      Reply
    8. Sara Welch says

      September 18, 2019 at 9:36 am

      This was such a flavorful dish; easily a new family favorite recipe! Looking forward to enjoying this again later this week!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        September 18, 2019 at 10:54 am

        Thanks so much, Sara. SO happy you liked it!

    9. Kimberly says

      September 18, 2019 at 9:14 am

      Now this is my kind of comfort food - sausage and potatoes, yes please!

      Reply
      • Dee says

        September 18, 2019 at 10:53 am

        Thanks, Kimberly! It's my kind of comfort food, too!

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