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Easy One-Pan Crispy Kielbasa Recipe Perfect for Quick Weeknight Dinners

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A quick and easy one-pan meal featuring crispy kielbasa, tender roasted potatoes, and sweet bell peppers. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Polish-style smoked kielbasa, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 pound baby potatoes (Yukon Gold or red), halved or quartered
  • 2 medium bell peppers, sliced into strips (mix of red, yellow, and green)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and halve the baby potatoes, slice the kielbasa into 1/2-inch pieces, cut the bell peppers into strips, and mince the garlic cloves. (About 10 minutes prep)
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes cut side down, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and starting to soften. Add a splash of water and cover if potatoes stick to steam through.
  3. Push potatoes to one side of the pan. Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and sliced kielbasa. Let brown undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to get crispy edges, then stir and cook another 5 minutes until browned.
  4. Add bell peppers and minced garlic to the skillet. Sprinkle smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper over the top. Stir well and cook for 5-7 minutes until peppers are tender but still slightly crisp.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the dish just before serving.
  6. Serve immediately hot from the skillet.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure kielbasa crisps properly. Par-cook potatoes first for even tenderness. Use a splatter screen to keep stovetop clean. For softer potatoes, cover skillet to steam briefly. Adjust seasoning in layers for best flavor. Leftovers reheat best in a skillet to maintain crispiness.

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