Bachelor's Skillet Recipe

This simple, budget-friendly, and incredibly flavorful skillet meal is perfect for busy weeknights! Created in Virginia by a bachelor, this recipe boasts perfectly caramelized kielbasa with a rich beer-garlic sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's the ultimate comfort food.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 308.3 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bachelor's Skillet

  • 1 (12 ounce) package kielbasa
  • 1/2 cup beer
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

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How to Make Bachelor's Skillet

  1. Slice the kielbasa into 1/2-inch thick medallions.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and kielbasa to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the kielbasa begins to brown on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Pour in 1/2 cup of beer, ensuring the bottom of the pan is just covered.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the kielbasa is cooked through and the sauce has slightly thickened.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more beer or garlic for a richer flavor if desired. Continue to simmer until the beer-butter-garlic sauce starts to caramelize (another 5-7 minutes).
  7. Transfer the cooked kielbasa to a plate and sprinkle generously with shredded cheese.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy the rest of your beer with your delicious meal!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

34g

Carbs

2g

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