Island Kielbasa Recipe

This Island Kielbasa recipe, passed down from my mother, is a guaranteed potluck winner! Sweet and savory kielbasa simmers in a tangy pineapple sauce for a flavor explosion that's unbelievably easy to make. Get ready for compliments galore – it's that good!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 310 mins
Calories 555.2 kcal
Protein 30g
Rating 4.5 (66 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Island Kielbasa

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How to Make Island Kielbasa

  1. Slice 1 pound of kielbasa into 1/2-inch thick slices.
  2. Place the kielbasa slices in your slow cooker or crockpot.
  3. Add 1 cup of ketchup, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, and 1 (20 ounce) can of pineapple chunks (reserve 1/4 cup of juice for later if desired).
  4. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
  5. Cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until the kielbasa is heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pineapple juice.
  6. Serve warm and enjoy! This is delicious served with rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

70 g

Sugar

209g

Fat

52g

Carbs

18g