Delicious Keto Polish Sausage Recipes: Quick, Easy, and Low-Carb

Looking for easy, flavorful, and low-carb meal ideas? Polish sausage, or kielbasa, is a fantastic ingredient to incorporate into your ketogenic diet. It's naturally high in fat and protein, and with a little creativity, you can create a variety of satisfying dishes. This article explores several keto-friendly Polish sausage recipes, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping.

Cheesy Keto Smoked Sausage Casserole

This smoked sausage casserole is the perfect comfort food, especially during the holiday season when you're juggling multiple responsibilities. It's a "dump-and-run" recipe, meaning you simply combine all the ingredients in a slow cooker, stir, and let it cook.

Ingredients:

• Cauliflower, chopped into small pieces (less than 1 inch)
• Chopped kielbasa (check the label for less than 2g of carbs per serving)
• Cabot cheddar cheese (or other sharp cheddar)
• Sour cream
• Butter
• Garlic
• Salt and pepper
• Glucomannan (optional, for thickening)
• Chives or parsley (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Lightly grease a 4 to 6 quart slow cooker.
2. Add the cauliflower, kielbasa, 4 ounces of the cheddar, the sour cream, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
3. Toss to combine all ingredients.
4. Cook on low for 3 hours.
5. Stir to mix everything up well.
6. If you want to thicken the sauce, push the meat and cauliflower to one side and whisk the glucomannan into the liquid.
7. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar over the top and replace the lid.
8. Cook for another 30 to 60 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the cauliflower is fork tender.
9. Sprinkle with the chives or parsley and serve.

Tips and Variations:

• Instant Pot Adaptation: You can make this in an Instant Pot, but pressure cookers tend to make cauliflower release a lot of excess moisture. To avoid a soupy casserole, cut the sour cream in half and be ready to add more glucomannan.
• Sausage Alternatives: Any pre-cooked sausage would be great, as would cooked chicken.
• Vegetable Substitutions: Broccoli or radishes might be good alternatives to cauliflower, but avoid high-moisture vegetables like zucchini.
• Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge in a covered container for up to 5 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven.

Keto Italian Smoked Sausage Skillet

This keto skillet meal is perfect for busy weeknights and great for meal prep! This flavorful dish is going to be your new go to dinner for times when you want something delicious, but you don’t have a lot of time available.

Ingredients:

• 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
• 28 oz can of diced tomatoes
• 2 Tbsp Butter
• 2 tsp minced garlic
• 1 C Fresh Spinach
• 3 Tbsp heavy whipping cream
• 4 C Smoked Sausage, sliced
• 1 C Chicken Broth
• ¼ C Shredded Parmesan Cheese
• ⅓ C Italian Seasoning
• 1 tsp Salt

Instructions:

1. Add the olive oil to a skillet over medium high heat.
2. Saute the sausage in the heated oil until browned. Remove and set aside.
3. Drain the excess grease from the skillet, and reduce the heat to medium.
4. Melt the butter in the skillet.
5. Stir in the tomatoes and spinach, and saute until the spinach is wilted.
6. Add the garlic, and saute for 30 seconds.
7. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy whipping cream, stir to combine.
8. Simmer until the sauce begins to thicken.
9. Stir in the Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese.

Tips and Variations:

• Leftovers: This dish makes a great meal prep keto dish as it reheats very well. The sauce is always thickened more and flavors have set through. It truly is delicous.
• Protein: If you don't care for smoked sausage try it with chicken!

Keto Kielbasa and Sauerkraut Skillet

This 20-minute skillet meal combines Polish sausage and sauerkraut with a creamy sour cream sauce. It's a low-carb version of a comforting classic.

Ingredients:

• Kielbasa Polish sausage (check labels for low carb options)
• Sauerkraut (without added sugar)
• Sour cream (full fat recommended)
• Butter
• Olive oil
• Onion, sliced
• Green pepper, sliced
• Prepared mustard (Dijon, yellow, or brown)

Instructions:

1. Melt the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, green pepper, and sausage slices and cook until the sausage starts to brown and the vegetables soften.
3. Add the drained sauerkraut and stir until heated.
4. Mix in the sour cream and prepared mustard and heat 1-2 more minutes until it's all heated through.

Tips and Variations:

• Sauerkraut: You can rinse the sauerkraut if preferred, or use it directly for a more briny flavor.
• Mustard: Start with 1 tablespoon of mustard and adjust to taste.
• Serving Suggestions: Serve in a bowl or wrapped in a low-carb tortilla.

Keto Kielbasa and Cabbage Skillet

This recipe offers a quick and easy kielbasa dinner with cabbage noodles in a sweet and spicy sauce.

Read also: Easy Low-Carb Cheese Crackers

Ingredients:

• Kielbasa, sliced
• Cabbage noodles (thinly sliced)
• Olive oil
• Butter
• Garlic
• Onion powder
• Hot sauce
• Swerve brown sweetener (or other keto-friendly sweetener)

Instructions:

1. Slice and lightly brown the kielbasa in a large skillet with olive oil. Set aside.
2. In the same skillet, add the butter, garlic, onion powder, hot sauce, and Swerve brown sweetener.
3. Add the cabbage noodles and mix with the sauce.
4. Add back the kielbasa and mix once more.
5. Cover with a lid and cook for 10 minutes until the cabbage is fully cooked.

Tips and Variations:

• Kielbasa: Slice the kielbasa thinly to make it seem like more and to control carbs.
• Cabbage Noodles: Cut the cabbage noodles into thin strips using a mandoline or knife.
• Sauce: Adjust the amount of sauce to your preference.

Smoked Sausage with Peppers and Onions Skillet

This one-pan dinner is full of bold flavor and low in carbs, ready in less than 30 minutes.

Ingredients:

• Smoked sausage, sliced
• Bell peppers (red, yellow, and orange), sliced
• Onions, sliced
• Butter or avocado oil
• Minced garlic
• Bragg’s Liquid Aminos
• Sugar-free BBQ sauce (optional)

Instructions:

1. Place your skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic.
2. Slice the smoked sausage into coins or half-moons and add to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is lightly browned.
3. Remove the sausage from the skillet, drain any excess grease if needed, and set it aside.
4. Add the sliced peppers and onions to the skillet. Cook over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the veggies start to soften and get a little golden around the edges.
5. Add the cooked sausage back to the skillet along with the Bragg’s Liquid Aminos.
6. Drizzle with sugar-free BBQ sauce (optional).

Tips and Variations:

• Sausage Prep: Place the sausage in the freezer for a couple of minutes before slicing.
• Frozen Vegetables: You can use frozen peppers and onions, but cook them a little longer to evaporate excess liquid.
• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Keto Spanish Rice and Sausage Skillet

This complete meal uses cauliflower rice as a substitute for white rice, creating a flavorful and satisfying dish.

Ingredients:

• Kielbasa sausage, sliced
• Cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
• Vegetable oil
• Onion, chopped
• Peppers (various colors), chopped
• Scallions, chopped
• Garlic, minced
• Canned tomatoes, undrained
• Spices: Smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, cumin powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, sea salt
• Butter
• Water
• Parsley, chopped
• Green onions, chopped

Instructions:

1. Cook the frozen cauliflower rice according to the directions on the package and set it aside.
2. Slice the kielbasa sausage into rounds, set aside.
3. In a large skillet heat the vegetable oil and cook the chopped onion, peppers, scallions, and garlic over medium heat until just tender and translucent.
4. Next, brown the sausage slices at medium-high heat.
5. Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet and toss well.
6. Add all the spices being sure to mix well to coat the sausage and cauliflower rice.
7. Add the undrained canned tomatoes, water and mix well. Next the butter and allow to simmer at low heat for about 5-7 minutes.
8. Lastly, stir in the chopped parsley and green onions.
9. Garnish with fresh basil.

Tips and Variations:

• Sausage: Use a fully cooked Polish or Kielbasa sausage free of hidden carbs and sugars.
• Cauliflower Rice: Using a steamable, riced cauliflower keeps things very easy.
• Vegetables: Change things up by adding your favorite low-carb vegetables that have been diced.
• Storage: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 weeks.

Keto Sausage Skillet with Italian Sauce

This one-pan dinner features kielbasa covered in a flavorful Italian sauce.

Ingredients:

• Kielbasa, sliced
• Olive oil
• Onion, chopped
• Garlic, minced
• Spinach
• Chicken broth
• Heavy whipping cream
• Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Saute the sausage in the heated oil until browned.
2. Stir in the tomatoes and spinach, and saute until the spinach is wilted.
3. Add the garlic, and saute for 30 seconds.
4. Pour in the chicken broth, heavy whipping cream, Italian seasoning and salt and pepper to taste.

Tips and Variations:

• Variations: Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth, sprinkle in some yellow and green bell peppers, or use kale instead of spinach.

General Tips for Keto Polish Sausage Recipes:

• Check Labels: Always check the labels of your Polish sausage to ensure it's low in carbs and doesn't contain added sugars or fillers.
• Carb Conscious: Be mindful of portion sizes, as kielbasa can have a few carbs per serving.
• Versatile Ingredient: Polish sausage is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of keto dishes, from casseroles and skillets to soups and salads.

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