Leek, Potato and Sauerkraut Chowder with Kielbasa
Leek, Potato and Sauerkraut Chowder with Kielbasa blends creamy potatoes and sweet leeks with briny sauerkraut for a bright, rounded tang. Smoky bites of kielbasa add depth, while a splash of half-and-half softens the edges for a comforting, balanced spoonful. Serve this on a cool evening when you want something hearty yet lively.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Leek, Potato and Sauerkraut Chowder with Kielbasa, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 9 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 29
- Heart Health
- 87
- Metabolic
- 49
- Digestive
- 22
- Inflammatory
- 42
- Performance
- 51
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the kielbasa and cook for 3 minutes. Add the leek, celery, and potatoes to the pot and cook for 2 more minutes.
- 2
Add the thyme, crushed red chili, and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 30 minutes.
- 3
Uncover, then stir in the sauerkraut and half-and-half. Cook for 5 more minutes. Ladle into serving bowls and garnish with the scallions.
- Calories 351.66 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 16.37 g Good Source 33%
- Carbohydrate 31.13 g 11%
- Total Fat 18.06 g High 23%
- Saturated Fat 6.06 g High 30%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 50.27 mg Moderate 17%
- Sodium 1965.21 mg High 85%
- Dietary Fiber 7.41 g Good Source 26%
- Total Sugars 4.78 g --
- Added Sugars 0.07 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 110.64 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 2.02 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 995.07 mg Good Source 21%
- Vitamin A 62.73 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 42.05 mg Good Source 47%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Celery
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Leek, Potato and Sauerkraut Chowder with Kielbasa is a German dinner recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 50 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Celery, Chicken Broth, Cut Leeks, and Dried Thyme. Each serving provides about 351.66 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Leek, Potato and Sauerkraut Chowder with Kielbasa?
- It is a German chowder recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Leek, Potato and Sauerkraut Chowder with Kielbasa made of?
- The main ingredients are Celery, Chicken Broth, Cut Leeks, Dried Thyme, Green Onion. The full list of 11 is above.
- What goes well with Leek, Potato and Sauerkraut Chowder with Kielbasa?
- Explore these German side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Leek, Potato and Sauerkraut Chowder with Kielbasa?
- About 50 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 351.66 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Leek, Potato and Sauerkraut Chowder with Kielbasa easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Leek, Potato and Sauerkraut Chowder with Kielbasa healthy?
- Leek, Potato and Sauerkraut Chowder with Kielbasa has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 351.66 calories and 16.37 g of protein, or 33% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1965.21 mg (85% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.06 g (30% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Celery and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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