Quick Pierogi Dinner
Hands down our favorite quick weeknight dinner! Turkey kielbasa with pierogis and veggies from the air fryer.
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 bell pepper cut into cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp season salt
- 1/2 tsp fresh ground pepper
- 1 package kielbasa or smoked sausage cut into half inch slices
- 1 package frozen pierogis we love the onion and cheese version
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped onion, bell pepper, olive oil, spices, and sliced kielbasa. Mix well so everything gets evenly coated.
- Prep your pierogis by giving them a quick rinse under cold water, then drain them in a colander. Set aside.
- Unless you have a large-capacity air fryer, you’ll likely need to cook in two batches. Add the kielbasa and veggie mixture to a 380°F air fryer. Cook for 4 minutes.
- Shake the basket, then add half the pierogis. Cook for another 8 minutes, or until the pierogis are golden and puffy, the sausage is browned, and the veggies are tender.
- Transfer everything to a serving platter and repeat with the second batch.
Notes
- Once both batches are done, I like to toss the first batch back into the air fryer for about a minute—just to warm it through and bring everything to the same temperature.
- Serve with a side of sour cream or sweet-hot mustard (I can never choose between the two!). A simple salad rounds out the meal perfectly.