Spicy Peach Glazed Kielbasa

This Spicy Peach Glazed Kielbasa recipe combines smoky sausage, sweet peach preserves, and a touch of heat for an irresistible sweet and spicy appetizer. Makes a really simple appetizer that’s perfect for gameday, holiday gatherings, potlucks or tailgating.

Spicy Peach Glazed Kielbasa in a skillet.

I always have a jar of peach preserves in my pantry. It can be sued in so many ways- Slow Cooker Bourbon Peach Pork Chops, Slow Cooker BBQ Peach Pulled Chicken, Crockpot Catalina Chicken, or as a dipping sauce for Pulled Pork Egg Rolls.

Quick and Easy

This super easy appetizer can be made in just 15 minutes. While I typically serve it as an appetizer, it can be served over rice as an easy dinner.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Ready in just 15 minutes.
Great for feeding a crowd.
Can be served as an appetizer of main dish.
Uses only a handful of ingredients, all of them shelf-stable except the kielbasa.
Easy to make ahead.
Can be made in a slow cooker.

Only 6 Ingredients

Kielbasa– I use Hillshire Farms Beef Kielbasa but use any you like.
Peach Preserves– Apricot Preserves can be used instead.
Lemon Juice– adds some acidity to help perk the flavors up plus it cuts the sweetness a little. Apple Cider Vinegar can be substituted.
Dijon Mustard– mustard goes really well with fruit preserves and adds another flavor dimension.
Ground Ginger
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes– cayenne pepper can be used instead.

Spicy Peach Glazed Kielbasa in nonstick skillet.

Equipment Needed

All you’ll need to cook this recipe is a large nonstick skillet. I love the quality and durability of this skillet.

How To Make Spicy Peach Glazed Kielbasa

(More detailed instructions and video in recipe card below.)

First brown the sliced sausage over medium-high heat. This really brings out the flavor of the sausage.
Remove the sausage and add the remaining ingredients to the skillet. Simmer for a few minutes to blend the flavors and thicken a little.
Add kielbasa back to the skillet and coat with the glaze.
Serve with toothpicks.

Variations

Make it Spicier. Add a pinch or two of cayenne pepper.
Make a bourbon version. Add 2 tablespoons of bourbon to the glaze.
Make a pineapple version. Use equal parts peach preserves and pineapple preserves or use all pineapple preserves.
Make a BBQ version. Add a little of your favorite bbq sauce to the glaze.

Recipe Tip

You can slice the kielbasa however thin or thick you like. It comes fully cooked so you just need to cook it until well browned on the outside.

Can This Be Made In a Slow Cooker?

Yes. First brown the sausage in a skillet. Place in a slow cooker. Stir together the glaze ingredients in a bowl. Pour over the sausage. Cover slow cooker and cook on LOW for 2 to 3 hours. Can be served right out of the slow cooker.

Storage

Leftovers will keep for 4 to 5 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Toothpick picking up piece of glazed sausage.

More Easy Appetizers

Spicy Peach Glazed Kielbasa

Spicy Peach Glazed Kielbasa is coated in an easy and sweet glaze. Makes a really simple appetizer or gameday snack.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Southern

Keyword gameday, sausage

Prep Time 6

Cook Time 9

Total Time 15

Servings

Calories 305kcal

Equipment

Large Nonstick Skillet

Ingredients

1 pound kielbasa sliced
12 ounces peach preserves
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced kielbasa and cook until browned.
Remove kielbasa with a slotted spoon and set aside. Wipe skillet clean and add remaining ingredients.
Bring to a simmer and stir well to combine. Simmer for a few minutes.
Return kielbasa to skillet. Stir to coat kielbasa. Serve.