Oktoberfest Bratwurst with Creamy Sauerkraut & Dijon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

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Succulent bratwurst simmered in a tangy sauerkraut sauce, finished with a sharp Dijon glaze for an authentic German festival experience. This German-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs bratwurst sausages, sauerkraut, chicken broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 German cuisine 520 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (100g each) bratwurst sausages
1 cup, drained sauerkraut
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup, finely chopped onion
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1/4 tsp caraway seeds
1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Step 1: Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 bratwurst sausages and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through; remove and set aside.
Step 2: Add 1/4 cup finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in 1 cup drained sauerkraut, 1/2 cup chicken broth, and 1/4 tsp caraway seeds; simmer for 10 minutes until tender.
Step 3: Whisk 1 tbsp all-purpose flour with 2 tbsp cold water in a small bowl, then stir into sauerkraut mixture. Cook for 2 minutes until thickened, then stir in 1/4 cup sour cream and 2 tbsp Dijon mustard until smooth and heated through.
Step 4: Slice bratwurst and serve atop sauerkraut sauce, garnished with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.