Artisan Sausage and Sauerkraut Skillet

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-28 · Updated 2026-07-28

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A rustic skillet dish combining savory artisan sausages with tangy sauerkraut and caramelized onions in the German-American tradition. This German-American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs artisan sausages, sauerkraut, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 German-American cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds artisan sausages
2 cups, drained sauerkraut
1 large, thinly sliced yellow onion
1/2 cup apple cider
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp caraway seeds
1 tsp, divided salt
1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
2 tbsp chopped for garnish fresh parsley

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 large thinly sliced yellow onion and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring often, until onions are deeply golden and caramelized.
Step 2: Add 1 lb sliced artisan sausages to the skillet with onions. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausages are browned and cooked through.
Step 3: Stir in 2 cups drained sauerkraut, 1/2 cup apple cider, 1 tsp caraway seeds, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes until flavors meld and liquid reduces slightly.
Step 4: Season with remaining 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper to taste. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and serve warm with crusty bread or boiled potatoes for a hearty meal.