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Creamy Kielbasa Potato Soup

A hearty and comforting creamy kielbasa potato soup packed with savory sausage, tender potatoes, and rich flavors — perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Creamy Kielbasa Potato Soup
  • 1 lb kielbasa sausage sliced
  • 4 medium russet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1-2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 1 large carrot diced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp dried thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or chives chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Immersion blender

Method
 

  1. Prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables and slicing kielbasa.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat and sauté kielbasa until browned, then set aside.
  3. Add onions, celery, and carrots to the pot and cook until softened, then add garlic.
  4. Stir in diced potatoes, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
  6. Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup for desired texture.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and return kielbasa to the pot to heat through.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or chives.

Notes

For a lighter version, use half‑and‑half or milk instead of heavy cream.