Ohio-Style Sausage and Sauerkraut Skillet

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

Savory smoked sausage with tangy sauerkraut cooked in a one-pan skillet, inspired by Ohio’s traditional flavors. This French recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs smoked sausage links, olive oil, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds smoked sausage links
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 1 medium, peeled and diced green apple
• 2 cups, drained sauerkraut
• 1 tsp caraway seeds
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb sliced smoked sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides.
2. Step 2: Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and 1 medium peeled and diced green apple to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes until the onion is translucent and apples start to soften.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 cups drained sauerkraut, 1 tsp caraway seeds, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Reduce heat to medium and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and flavors meld.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat, sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the top, and serve warm.