Description
A delicious creamy pierogi and turkey sausage skillet that combines comfort food with nutritious ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- Whole grain pierogi
- Turkey sausage
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Chop the onion and bell peppers, mince the garlic, and set aside.
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, crumble in the turkey sausage, and cook for about 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and bell peppers to the skillet, sauté for about 5 minutes, add minced garlic, and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Reduce heat, add cream cheese, and stir until melted. Gradually pour in chicken broth, whisking to combine.
- Add the Pierogi: Gently fold in the pierogi, simmer for about 5–7 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Ensure to monitor the cooking time to prevent overcooking the sausage and cream cheese clumping. Serve with fresh greens or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: creamy pierogi, turkey sausage, healthy skillet
