Cheesy Kielbasa Pasta Bake

Cheesy baked kielbasa pasta in a cast iron skillet topped with freshly chopped parsley with a wooden spoon holding a scoop of the pasta.

Cheesy Baked Kielbasa Pasta is a hearty, comforting dish loaded with smoky sausage, tender pasta, and gooey cheese. Easy to make all in one pot, family-friendly, and packed with bold, savory flavor!

Course Main, Main Course, Main Dish

Cuisine American, Italian

Prep Time 45

Cook Time 30

Total Time 1 15

Servings servings

Calories 425kcal

Author Michelle

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound kielbasa sausage halved length-wise and sliced
1 red bell pepper chopped
1 medium onion chopped
2 large carrots shredded
6 garlic cloves minced
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 cups chicken broth
1 can (15 ounces) fire roasted tomatoes
½ cup milk
Salt and black pepper to taste
8 ounces uncooked penne
15 ounces ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Add olive oil to a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
Add the kielbasa, red pepper, onion, and carrots, and cook, stirring regularly until veggies are tender and sausage is slightly browned.
Stir in the garlic and Italian seasoning, and cook until fragrant.
Add chicken broth, tomatoes, milk, pasta, and salt and black pepper.
Bring to a boil. Once at a boil, lower the heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Add the ricotta in dollops on top cheese. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Bake uncovered at 350°F for 15 minutes, until cheese is melted. Serve warm.

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Notes

For this recipe, I use a 12-inch cast iron skillet, and it fits pretty perfectly.
Storage: Store leftovers up to 5 days in the refrigerator. Reheat in individual servings in the microwave.
Freezer Instructions: Stop before adding the cheese to the top of the pasta. Allow pasta to cool to room temperature. Cover and freeze for up to 3 to 6 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before warming on the stove (or oven) and topping with cheese.

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