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Pierogi and Kielbasa Sheet Pan Dinner with Cabbage

Pierogi and Kielbasa Sheet Pan Dinner with Cabbage

from recipeteacher.com
50 min
4 servings

This Pierogi and Kielbasa Sheet Pan Dinner is your go-to for an easy, tasty one-pan meal. It’s hearty, full of flavor, and requires barely any cleanup!

Ingredients

  • package frozen potato & cheese pierogi
    1
  • smoked kielbasa sausage

    sliced into ½-inch rounds

    12 oz
  • green cabbage

    cored and sliced into thin wedges or shreds, about 4 cups

    ½ small
  • red onion

    thinly sliced

    1 medium
  • dijon mustard
    1 tsp
  • olive oil

    divided

    2 tbsp
  • smoked paprika
    1 tsp
  • garlic powder
    1 tsp
  • dried thyme
    ½ tsp
  • salt and freshly cracked black pepper
    to taste
  • optional toppings: sour cream

    fresh dill or parsley, sauerkraut, mustard, or a squeeze of lemon

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine the cabbage and red onion with Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.

  3. 3

    Transfer the cabbage mixture to a sheet pan.  Arrange the pierogi and kielbasa on top. Drizzle with the remaining 1 Tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle the pierogi lightly with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven, flip the pierogi and kielbasa, and stir the cabbage. Roast another 15–20 minutes, until pierogi are golden and cabbage is caramelized at the edges.

  5. 5

    Transfer to plates and add your desired toppings.

About this Recipe

Easy Pierogi and Kielbasa Sheet Pan Dinner

Looking for an incredibly easy, flavorful, and satisfying weeknight meal with minimal cleanup? Our Pierogi and Kielbasa Sheet Pan Dinner is your new go-to! This hearty one-pan wonder combines the comforting flavors of golden-brown pierogi, savory smoked kielbasa, tender roasted cabbage, and sweet red onions, all seasoned to perfection.

What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity. Everything bakes together on a single sheet pan, infusing each ingredient with a delicious blend of smoked paprika, garlic, and thyme. The pierogi emerge delightfully crispy on the outside and tender within, while the kielbasa caramelizes beautifully alongside the slightly charred cabbage and sweet, jammy red onions. It’s a complete meal that feels gourmet but takes just minutes of active prep time.

This pierogi and kielbasa sheet pan dinner is not only quick to prepare, taking less than an hour from start to finish, but it’s also incredibly versatile. While potato and cheese pierogi are classic, feel free to experiment with different fillings like meat or sweet cheese pierogi for a unique twist. For an extra pop of color and flavor, consider adding some bell peppers or Brussels sprouts to the mix.

Serve this cozy dinner straight from the pan, topped with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of fresh dill or parsley, or even a squeeze of fresh lemon to brighten all those rich flavors. It's comfort food perfected for busy evenings, proving that delicious meals don't have to be complicated!

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