Elevate your taste experience with the irresistible blend of flavors in Kielbasa Chunks with Pineapple & Peppers. This dish offers a delightful combination of smoky kielbasa, vibrant bell peppers, and succulent pineapple chunks, brought together with a touch of barbeque seasoning and soy sauce. This versatile recipe can stand on its own as a main course served over rice or steal the spotlight as a mouthwatering appetizer. Create your own culinary adventure by pairing these delightful chunks with rice or threading them onto long toothpicks for an easy-to-serve snack.
Yield: 2–4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
INGREDIENTS:
- ¾ pound kielbasa sausage
- 1 cup bell pepper chunks (any color)
- 1 8-ounce can pineapple chunks in juice, drained
- 1 tablespoon barbeque seasoning
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Cooking spray
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Begin by cutting the kielbasa sausage into ½-inch slices, creating manageable chunks for cooking.
- In a medium bowl, toss together the kielbasa chunks, bell pepper chunks, drained pineapple chunks, barbeque seasoning, and soy sauce. Ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated with the seasonings.
- Prepare the air fryer basket by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray, ensuring that the kielbasa chunks won’t stick during cooking.
- Gently pour the sausage mixture into the air fryer basket, creating a single layer of ingredients.
- Cook the mixture in the air fryer at 390°F for approximately 5 minutes. After the initial 5 minutes, give the basket a shake to ensure even cooking. Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes, until the kielbasa is heated through, the peppers are tender, and the flavors are well combined.
COOK’S TIP:
- For a more bite-sized appetizer version, consider trimming the kielbasa slices to around ¼ inch. If you’re looking for a recommended seasoning, McCormick Grill Mates Smokehouse Maple seasoning is a great option for enhancing the flavors in this recipe.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- Whether you’re enjoying it as a satisfying main course or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, Kielbasa Chunks with Pineapple & Peppers promises a delightful burst of flavors in every bite. The smoky notes of kielbasa, the sweetness of pineapple, and the vibrant crunch of bell peppers come together with a tantalizing blend of seasoning. Serve this dish over a bed of fluffy rice to transform it into a complete meal, or thread the chunks onto toothpicks for an effortless finger-food option. Embrace the convenience of this recipe while reveling in the irresistible taste journey it offers.
Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures that Kielbasa Chunks with Pineapple & Peppers brings to your table. Whether relishing it as a satisfying main course or impressing guests with an enticing appetizer, this dish offers a palate-pleasing experience. With the smoky essence of kielbasa, the succulent sweetness of pineapple, the vibrant crunch of bell peppers, and the warmth of barbeque seasoning, each bite is a burst of pure delight. Elevate your dining experience by pairing it with rice for a hearty meal, or offer it as an easy-to-enjoy finger-food option. Whichever way you choose to savor it, this recipe encapsulates the essence of simplicity, flavor, and pure enjoyment.
