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🥔🧀 Cozy up with this Cheesy Kielbasa Potato Soup! Creamy, hearty, and packed with flavor – perfect for an easy family dinner.

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Sausage Potato Soup

If you’re looking for comfort food, this kielbasa potato soup is the perfect choice. It’s creamy, hearty, and full of smoky sausage flavor. This dish is quick to prepare, budget-friendly, and ideal for dinner any time of year. A warm bowl of sausage potato soup hits the spot on chilly nights, but we enjoy it year-round.

This easy recipe for sausage potato soup combines smoky kielbasa, tender potatoes, and plenty of cheese for a filling meal. If you love the rich flavor of a smoked sausage potato soup or need a family-approved cheesy potato soup recipe, this one is sure to become a go-to in your kitchen.

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Simple ingredients that are easy to find
  • Comforting and hearty without a long cook time
  • Budget-friendly meal that feeds the whole family
  • Delicious, smoky, cheesy flavor in every bite
Overhead view of prepped ingredients for cheesy kielbasa potato soup including chopped veggies, diced potatoes, sliced sausage, broth, cheese, milk, butter, and flour on a marble surface.

🛒 Ingredients & Substitutions

  • kielbasa sausage – substitute with smoked sausage, turkey sausage, or pork sausage
  • all-purpose flour – use cornstarch for a gluten-free option
  • chicken broth – substitute with vegetable broth if preferred
  • potatoes – Yukon gold, russet, or red potatoes all work well. For a time-saving hack, use frozen hash browns!
  • milk or half & half – heavy cream for a richer soup
  • cheddar cheese – colby jack, gouda, or mozzarella make tasty swaps
  • onion, carrot, celery – leave out what you don’t like or add bell peppers for variety

✨ Variations

  • Add cooked bacon for extra smoky flavor
  • Stir in spinach or kale at the end for added greens
  • Use pepper jack cheese for a little kick
  • Try sweet potatoes for a twist on classic sausage potato soup

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Sliced kielbasa sausage added to a large soup pot with oil, surrounded by bowls of chopped vegetables and potatoes.
Browning kielbasa sausage pieces in a large pot with oil, giving them a golden color.
Cooked sausage set aside on a paper towel while butter melts in the same pot to start the soup base.
Chopped celery, onion, and carrots added to the pot with melted butter.
Sautéed celery, onion, and carrot mixture softening in the soup pot.
Flour sprinkled over the sautéed vegetables to create a thick base for the soup.
Vegetables coated in flour, stirred together in the soup pot to form the roux.
Chicken broth poured into the pot with the vegetable mixture, creating the soup base.
Cubed potatoes added into the simmering broth in the soup pot, ready to cook until tender.
Soup simmering in a large pot with potatoes and vegetables, with browned sausage, shredded cheese, and milk set aside.
Cooked kielbasa sausage being added back into the pot of creamy potato soup.
Milk poured into the pot of sausage and potato soup, creating a creamy base.
Pot of simmering cheesy kielbasa potato soup with a smooth, creamy broth.
Shredded cheddar cheese sprinkled into the pot of creamy soup, ready to melt.
Finished pot of cheesy kielbasa potato soup with green onions and cheese nearby for garnish.
Ladle lifting a hearty serving of cheesy kielbasa potato soup filled with sausage, potatoes, and vegetables.

🔥 Tips

  • Dice potatoes evenly so they cook at the same time
  • Add cheese at the very end to avoid clumping
  • For thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes before serving
  • Toast bread or make biscuits for dipping

❓ FAQs

Can I use a different sausage in this kielbasa potato soup?

Yes, any smoked or cooked sausage will work.

Can this be made in a slow cooker?

Yes, add everything except the cheese and milk, cook on low for 6-7 hours, then stir in the cheese and milk before serving.

How do I thicken this cheesy potato soup recipe?

Mash a few potatoes directly in the pot or add a slurry of cornstarch and water.

Can I make this kielbasa potato soup ahead of time?

Yes! Prepare the soup, let it cool, and refrigerate. Reheat gently on the stovetop before serving.

Can I use frozen potatoes in this recipe for sausage potato soup?

Yes, frozen diced potatoes or hash browns work well. Add them directly to the broth and cook until tender.

Is there a way to lighten up this smoked sausage potato soup?

Use turkey sausage, low-fat milk, and reduced-fat cheese to cut calories without sacrificing flavor.

Will the soup thicken as it cools?

Yes, it naturally thickens as it sits. If it gets too thick, stir in a splash of milk when reheating.

What sides go well with cheesy kielbasa potato soup?

Crusty bread, garlic toast, or a simple side salad pair perfectly with this soup.

Close-up ladle full of cheesy kielbasa potato soup showing sausage slices, potatoes, and creamy broth.

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Servings: 6 servings

Cheesy Kielbasa & Potato Soup

By Jamie Sherman
Warm up with Cheesy Kielbasa Potato Soup! A hearty, comforting meal packed with smoky sausage, tender potatoes, and melted cheese.
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 45 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients 

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 package Kielbasa sausage, (16 oz. ), cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 carrot, peeled and chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 carton chicken broth, (32 oz. )
  • 5 – 6 medium potatoes, cubed
  • 2 cups milk, or half & half
  • 6 ounces Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Extra shredded cheese and chopped green onions, optional, for topping

Instructions 

  • In a large soup pot, heat the oil and cook the kielbasa until browned and heated through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
    1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 package Kielbasa sausage
  • In the same pot, melt the butter. Add the onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.
    2 tablespoons butter, 1 small onion, 1 carrot, 1 stalk celery
  • Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth until smooth.
    1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 carton chicken broth
  • Add the potatoes and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until the potatoes and vegetables are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
    5 – 6 medium potatoes
  • Stir in the milk and heat through. Just before serving, add the cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
    2 cups milk, 6 ounces Cheddar cheese
  • Ladle into bowls and top with extra cheese and green onions if desired.
    Extra shredded cheese and chopped green onions

Notes

🥡 STORAGE

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

♨️ REHEATING

  • Microwave: Heat in 1-minute intervals, stirring between each interval.
  • Stovetop: Warm over medium heat until hot, stirring often.
  • Avoid boiling again to keep the cheese smooth.

❄️ FREEZING

  • Freeze in freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months.
  • Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS

  • Cut the potatoes into uniform cubes to ensure even cooking.
  • Add the cheese at the very end to prevent clumping.
  • For a thicker soup, mash a few potatoes before stirring in the cheese.

🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS

  • Slow cooker: Cook sausage separately, then add all ingredients (except cheese) to the crockpot. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Stir in cheese at the end.
  • Instant Pot: Use the sauté mode to cook the sausage and vegetables, then cook with broth and potatoes on high pressure for 8 minutes. Stir in milk and cheese after releasing pressure.

♻️ LEFTOVERS

  • Turn leftovers into a casserole by adding extra cheese and baking until bubbly.
  • Use as a filling over baked potatoes or inside bread bowls for a fun twist.

Nutrition

Calories: 384kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 14g, Fat: 19g, Saturated Fat: 10g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Trans Fat: 0.2g, Cholesterol: 48mg, Sodium: 272mg, Potassium: 965mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 2265IU, Vitamin C: 37mg, Calcium: 332mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Jamie

Jamie Sherman founded Love Bakes Good Cakes in February 2012. She is a self-taught home cook passionate about sharing easy, delicious, and family-friendly recipes. From comforting classics to irresistible desserts, I believe homemade food brings people together. Join me on my journey of creating and sharing meals that bring joy to every table!

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18 Comments

  1. Suzanne Corey says:

    5 stars
    So yummy on cold days❤️

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  2. Alice Emma Thompson says:

    Oh this looks so good!

    I would love for you to link up at the Mommy Archive – we're focused on soup recipes this week, Alice @ Mums Make Lists

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  4. Couscous & Consciousness says:

    It's winter in my part of the world, so definitely soup weather. This looks like the hearty kind of soup I could really tuck into right now.

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  5. Michelle says:

    How can you go wrong with sausage and cheese? Sounds delicious, Jamie! Thank you for linking.

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  6. Debi Bolocofsky says:

    This looks delicious, Jamie. Thanks so much for sharing with Adorned From Above's Blog Hop 55. We can't wait to see what you have for us this week. This weeks party is live.
    Have a great week.
    Debi and Charly @ Adorned From Above
    http://www.adornedfromabove.com

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  7. Cynthia Landrie says:

    I love a hearty soup no matter what time of the year it is. This looks great!

    Thanks for sharing at the In and Out of the Kitchen party!

    Cynthia at http://FeedingBIg.com

    Reply
  8. Jennifer says:

    This looks so delicious! Thanks for sharing the recipe 🙂

    Reply