Description
Kielbasa Potato Soup is a comforting and creamy dish featuring tender potatoes, savory turkey kielbasa, and healthy kale, all blended together in a rich broth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 32 oz chicken broth
- 13 oz turkey kielbasa, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4–5 russet potatoes, medium/small, peeled and cubed (½”–1” pieces)
- 6 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups chopped kale
- 2–3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes into ½”–1” cubes. Set aside.
- In a large soup pot, drizzle 2–3 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and turkey kielbasa, and sauté over medium-high heat until the onions soften and the kielbasa starts to caramelize.
- Remove the caramelized onions and kielbasa from the pot and set them aside in a bowl.
- In the same pot, add the cubed potatoes along with the garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well. Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Cover the pot and bring the mixture to a light boil. Continue boiling, covered, until the potatoes are tender (about 10–15 minutes).
- Lower the heat to a simmer. Use a potato masher, large fork, or immersion blender to mash about 75% of the potatoes, leaving roughly 25% as whole pieces for added texture.
- Stir in the heavy cream, then gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until fully melted.
- Return the sautéed turkey kielbasa and onion mixture to the pot (reserve a few pieces for garnish, if desired). Add the chopped kale and mix well. Remove the soup from the heat.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with extra shredded cheese, chopped kale, reserved kielbasa pieces, and a light sprinkle of spices.
Notes
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, mash more of the potatoes.
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Kielbasa Potato Soup, Creamy Soup, Comfort Food, Turkey Kielbasa, Kale Soup