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One-Pan Summer Kielbasa and Corn Skillet Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipe

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A quick and flavorful one-pan skillet meal featuring smoky kielbasa and sweet fresh corn, perfect for busy summer weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
  • 3 ears fresh corn on the cob, kernels removed (about 1 ½ cups)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped for garnish
  • Optional: lemon zest or a squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: slice kielbasa into ¼-inch rounds, remove kernels from corn cobs, dice red bell pepper, mince garlic, and slice green onions.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Warm until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Add kielbasa slices in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until browned and crisp, then flip and cook the other side. Remove kielbasa and set aside.
  4. Lower heat to medium and add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add diced red bell pepper and corn kernels. Cook, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes until corn starts to brown and peppers soften.
  5. Add minced garlic and smoked paprika, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Return kielbasa to skillet and stir to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to meld flavors and heat through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley or cilantro. Optionally, add lemon zest or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking kielbasa to ensure crispiness. Use fresh corn for best flavor and caramelization; if using frozen, drain well. Add garlic toward the end of sautéing to avoid burning. Use a cast iron skillet if available for better sear and flavor. Adjust heat to medium or medium-high to prevent burning.

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