Kielbasa Chili

Name: Kielbasa Chili
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 7 servings.
Ingredients: 1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, halved and sliced; 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 can (15 ounces) chili with beans; 1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained; 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained

This easy creation combines the flavors of a chili dog in a bowl! I make it when I need a hot, hearty meal in a hurry. It's festive looking and super to serve when everyone's at the house watching football games. —Audra L. Duvall, Canoga Park, California

Ingredients

1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, halved and sliced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) chili with beans
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained

Directions

In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, saute kielbasa until browned. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through. Freeze option: Cool chili and transfer to freezer containers. Freeze up to 3 months. To use, thaw in the refrigerator. Place in a saucepan; heat through.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 319 calories, 20g fat (7g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 1308mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 5g fiber), 14g protein.

Originally published as Game Night Chili in Simple & Delicious September/October 2009

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katlaydee3

Nov 15, 2018

I loved this recipe. I followed the suggestions of the original poster (see below) by adding diced onions, seasoning salt, chili seasoning and cheddar cheese as a topping with Jiffy corn muffins on the side. I will keep those additions except for the seasoning salt as I did not think it was necessary and made it too salty for my taste.
maball

Mar 18, 2018

It was good, but needed a little more spice and more beans. I doubled the beans and wish I had noticed the my second can of chili beans was pinto (not the best choice) - next time would do red and black chili beans. We did like it and it was real quick.
Spooky123

Oct 8, 2015

I did what the other reviewers suggested. I sauteed the onions and garlice with the sausage. This dish is so delicious. My family loved it and so did I. Thank you for sharing the recipe.
chris28304

Sep 27, 2015

I made this using the suggestions of many of the other reviewers. I sauteed the sausage with chopped onions and minced garlic. I substituted one of the cans of diced tomatoes with a can of diced tomatoes with green chiles. I added a can of black beans which I'm glad I did because the one can of chili beans wasn't enough for my liking. I also omitted the sliced black olives. I simmered on low for 1 hour. My husband and I both liked it.
KittieCatt

Sep 24, 2015

A nice recipe, for sure. Kielbasa and Polish Sausage are not only delicious, but also very versatile -no matter how you prepare them. Slice 'em, sautee 'em, and add whatever you like into the pan w/them. Whatever you come up with will always be delicious!
amystefancic

Mar 22, 2015

Easy, makes a ton and the kids love it
SDBULLOCK

Jan 14, 2014

It was easy and delicious. I had all the ingredients in my pantry except the olives. I don't think leaving them out affected the taste that much. I will definitely make it again.
cbutcher

Jan 11, 2014

I am always looking for a new kielbasa recipe so I was pleased to find this one. I took the suggestion of one of the writers and sauteed the sausage with onions and garlic. instead of the two cans of tomatoes I also used one can of Rotel. I simmered on low for a couple of hours. I added the corn and olives after simmering. I also added about a teaspoon of corn starch to slightly thicken the sauce. I let it set in the fridge overnight to enhance the flavors. The next day it was delicious. I look forward to finding more new interesting recipes.
alaskakaren

Jan 10, 2014

Quick, easy and a husband pleaser! Just added onion, garlic and subbed the Rotel for one can tomatoes. YUM!
swinny

Jan 9, 2014

Made this for dinner tonight with turkey polish kielbasa and added the spices that one reviewer suggested. Delish for a weeknight meal!!