This one-pan wonder brings together two Polish classics in a way that makes weeknight dinners feel special without the fuss.
The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity.
Tender potato-filled pierogi get golden and crispy alongside smoky kielbasa, while onions caramelize and peppers add just the right amount of sweetness.
This recipe takes about 25 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for those evenings when you want something hearty but don’t have hours to spend in the kitchen.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This skillet meal hits all the right notes for busy weeknights.
The prep work is minimal since you’re using frozen pierogi, which means you can have dinner on the table in under 30 minutes.
The one-pan approach keeps cleanup simple, and the ingredients are easy to find at any grocery store.
The flavors develop beautifully as everything cooks together. The kielbasa releases its smoky juices, which get absorbed by the pierogi and vegetables, creating layers of flavor that taste like you’ve been cooking all day!
Ingredients
- 1 package (16 oz) frozen potato pierogi
- 12 oz kielbasa, sliced into rounds
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Sour cream for serving (optional)
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Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned on both sides. Remove kielbasa from pan and set aside.
Add frozen pierogi to the same skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through. Remove pierogi and set aside with the kielbasa.
Add butter to the skillet and let it melt. Add sliced onions and bell peppers to the pan. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions start to caramelize and peppers soften.
Add minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the vegetables. Stir and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Return the kielbasa and pierogi to the skillet. Gently toss everything together and cook for 2-3 minutes to heat through and let the flavors combine.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream if desired.
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Pierogi And Kielbasa Skillet
A hearty one-pan meal that combines crispy golden pierogi with smoky kielbasa sausage, caramelized onions, and colorful bell peppers.
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 1 package (16 oz) frozen potato pierogi
- 12 oz kielbasa, sliced into rounds
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Sour cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned on both sides. Remove kielbasa from pan and set aside.
- Add frozen pierogi to the same skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through. Remove pierogi and set aside with the kielbasa.
- Add butter to the skillet and let it melt. Add sliced onions and bell peppers to the pan. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions start to caramelize and peppers soften.
- Add minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the vegetables. Stir and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Return the kielbasa and pierogi to the skillet. Gently toss everything together and cook for 2-3 minutes to heat through and let the flavors combine.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
