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Cozy Cheesy Kielbasa and Pierogi Skillet Recipe with Caramelized Onions

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A quick and comforting skillet meal featuring smoky kielbasa, crispy pierogis, caramelized onions, and melted sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces (340 g) frozen potato and cheese pierogis
  • 14 ounces (400 g) smoked kielbasa, sliced into ½-inch rounds
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (additional for frying pierogis)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-low in a large skillet. Add the thinly sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20-25 minutes until the onions are deeply golden and caramelized. Add a splash of water if onions start to stick.
  2. Push the onions to one side of the skillet. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the empty side, then place the sliced kielbasa in a single layer. Brown for about 3-4 minutes per side until crisped. Stir in minced garlic during the last minute.
  3. In a separate pan, heat another tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add frozen pierogis in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Transfer pierogis to the skillet with kielbasa and onions.
  4. Gently fold pierogis into the kielbasa and caramelized onions. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover with a lid or foil, and let cheese melt for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Caramelize onions low and slow for best flavor. Avoid overcrowding pierogis in the pan to get them crispy. Use moderate heat when melting cheese to prevent burning. For dairy-free, substitute butter and cheese with vegan alternatives. Vegetarian option: replace kielbasa with smoked tempeh or mushrooms.

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Keywords: kielbasa, pierogi, caramelized onions, cheesy skillet, comfort food, quick dinner, easy recipe, weeknight meal

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