Jalapeno Peach Hasselback Kielbasa (2024)

Jalapeno Peach Hasselback Kielbasa is a delicious and unique dish that combines smoky sausage, sweet peaches, spicy jalapenos, and a flavorful peach glaze. It’s an unexpected taste experience that is also visually appealing with the kielbasa sliced to capture all the flavors! Be sure to also check out my Mustard Hasselback Kielbasa Bites and Sheet Pan Hasselback Kielbasa, too!

Ingredients & Substitutions

Kielbasa: Kielbasa is a flavorful, lightly smoked Polish sausage that is usually sold pre-cooked. You could substitute andouille smoked sausage, turkey smoked sausage or chorizo. You could even try this dish with bratwurst for a flavorful alternative.

Jalapeno Peppers: Adding the sliced jalapeno peppers gives this dish some heat, for sure. It is up to you how many jalapenos you add to the dish. For the most kick from the peppers, keep the seeds and ribs intact, slicing the peppers into rounds. For less heat, seed and dice the peppers before adding them.

Peaches: Yellow peaches are some of the most common types of peaches available. They have smooth and fuzzy skin that can range in color from pale yellow to a vibrant golden hue with red blushes.

Peach Preserves:Peach preserves serve as the base of the glaze and provide a concentrated peach flavor. They add natural sweetness and contribute to the overall fruity taste of the dish. Substitute peach jam or jelly if you don’t have peach preserves. The peach glaze is the same recipe I used in my Jalapeno Peach Chicken, Coconut Peach Chicken, and Roasted Peach Chicken, it’s THAT good!

Apple Cider Vinegar:Apple cider vinegar adds a tangy and slightly acidic flavor to the glaze. It helps to balance the sweetness and contributes to the overall flavor profile.

Mustard:Dijon mustard adds a sharp and tangy taste to the marinade. If you don’t have any on hand, you could substitute yellow mustard. It may change the flavor profile a bit, but can still work well.

Red Pepper Flakes:I like the subtle (it’s very minimal) heat and spiciness the red pepper flakes bring to the marinade. However, you could certainly leave them out if preferred.

Why Cook The Kielbasa Before Adding the Peaches, Jalapenos, and Glaze?

Yes, the kielbasa is pre-cooked, so why cook it for the initial 20 minutes before adding the peaches, jalapeno peppers, and glaze? The answer is so that the smoked sausage cooks up nice and crisp by the time it is served. You could skip this initial cooking time, brush the kielbasa with the glaze, and nestle it into the peaches and jalapeno peppers. Then, bake it for 10 minutes, baste it with the remaining glaze, and cook for the final 10-15 minutes, or until warm. However, you will not get the same crispy outside, but will still get the awesome flavors!

Can I Make Jalapeno Peach Hasselback Kielbasa Ahead Of Time?

You could certainly get a head start on this recipe by making the peach glaze ahead of time. Once the ingredients have been mixed together, store the glaze in an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Then, it’s ready to go when you are ready to make this recipe!

How To Store Jalapeno Peach Hasselback Kielbasa

After the dish has cooled to room temperature, store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will last up to 2-3 days.