Creamy Kielbasa Cabbage Soup
Loaded with smoky kielbasa sausage, tender cabbage, hearty potatoes, and a rich, flavorful broth, this creamy Kielbasa Cabbage Soup is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights.
There’s nothing quite as comforting as a hearty bowl of Creamy Kielbasa Cabbage Soup, especially on chilly evenings when you’re craving something cozy, filling, and full of flavor. This easy one-pot soup brings together smoky kielbasa, tender cabbage, hearty potatoes, and a rich, velvety broth that tastes like it simmered all day — even though it comes together surprisingly fast.
Whether you’re looking for a budget-friendly weeknight dinner, a simple meal-prep recipe, or a satisfying cold-weather favorite, this creamy kielbasa cabbage soup delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Pair it with crusty bread and you’ve got the perfect comfort meal the whole family will love.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Hearty, cozy, and filling - packed with smoky kielbasa, tender potatoes, and creamy broth, it’s the perfect comfort meal.
- One Pot - this means minimal dishes and easy cleanup make it ideal for weeknight dinners.
- Budget-friendly ingredients -cabbage, potatoes, and broth stretch the meal without sacrificing flavor.
- Family-friendly flavor - this soup is creamy, savory, and mild enough for picky eaters, yet rich enough to satisfy soup lovers.
- Great for meal prep - Leftovers taste even better the next day as the flavors deepen.
- Easy to customize - you can make it spicy, smoky, low-carb, extra creamy, or veggie-packed with simple swaps.
Ingredients
Butter - this soup starts out with butter to sauté the vegetables in. You can also use olive oil if that's what you have on hand.
Onion - Adds a savory, aromatic base that builds depth and flavor in the soup.
Celery - Provides subtle earthiness and a little texture to balance the creamy broth.
Carrots - Bring natural sweetness and color while enhancing the soup’s hearty feel.
Salt and Black Pepper - to enhance all of the natural flavors.
Garlic - Infuses the broth with warm, fragrant flavor that complements the smoky kielbasa.
Italian Seasoning - A blend of herbs that adds balanced, savory seasoning to every spoonful.
Green Cabbage - Cooks down into tender, flavorful ribbons that soak up the creamy broth beautifully.
Yukon Potatoes - Their naturally buttery texture helps thicken the soup and make it extra hearty.
Kielbasa - this Polish sausage made with pork gives the soup its signature smoky, savory flavor with satisfying bites of sausage.
Chicken Broth - Creates a flavorful, well-seasoned base that ties all the ingredients together.
Chives - Add a fresh, bright finish that lifts the richness of the creamy soup.
Please refer to the recipe card for the complete list of ingredients.
Variations
Add Spice - you can use spicy kielbasa or add some red pepper flakes, if you prefer!
Cut the Carbs -swap the potatoes for cauliflower florets to create a low-carb, keto-friendly creamy kielbasa soup.
Add Beans - you can add a can of white beans for some fiber and more protein.
Add Greens - add a few handfuls of baby spinach or chopped kale for some extra nutrition.
Add Cheese - this soup would be really yummy with a cup of shredded cheddar stirred in at the end.
Step by Step Instructions
Photo 1. In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat the butter over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots and celery, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Photo 2. Add the garlic and Italian seasoning and cook another minute or two.
Photo 3. Add the kielbasa and cook another few minutes.
Photo 4. Add the cabbage, potatoes, and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium heat, and let simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the potatoes and cabbage are tender.
Photo 5. Remove about 2 cups of the broth and vegetables and transfer to a blender. Pick out any pieces of kielbasa and return them to the soup pot, as you don't want to blend them. Puree until smooth.
Photo 6. Return the pureed mixture to the pot along with the cream and stir to combine. Serve topped with chopped chives and enjoy!
Expert Tips
Storage - store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Add the cream at the end - Stir it in off the heat to prevent curdling and maintain a rich, creamy finish.
Cut the vegetables into similar sizes - evenly sized carrots, potatoes, and cabbage help everything cook at the same rate.
Recipe FAQs
Yes — add all ingredients except the cream, cook on LOW for 6–7 hours, then stir in the cream at the end.
Absolutely — substitute coconut milk, oat milk, or a dairy-free cream alternative for a rich but lactose-free version. Or simply omit the cream.
Yes! Smoked sausage works perfectly and delivers a similar flavor and texture.
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Creamy Kielbasa Cabbage Soup
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon butter
- 1 white onion diced
- 3 large carrots peeled and diced
- 3 celery stalks diced
- ½ teaspoon salt plus more, to taste
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 6 cups chopped cabbage
- 6 Yukon gold potatoes diced
- 5 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- chopped chives for topping
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, heat the butter over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the garlic and Italian seasoning and cook another minute or two.
- Add the kielbasa and cook another few minutes.
- Add the cabbage, potatoes, and broth.
- Bring to a boil, reduce head to medium, and let simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the potatoes and cabbage are tender.
- Remove about 2 cups of the broth and vegetables. Pick out any pieces of kielbasa. Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth.
- Return the pureed mixture to the pot along with the cream and stir to combine. Season with additional salt and pepper, to taste. Simmer a few more minutes until soup is warmed through.
- Serve topped with chopped chives and enjoy!
