Prepare the Ingredients:

Slice the kielbasa into ¼ inch thick pieces.

Dice the onions and mince the garlic cloves.

Measure out the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, dry pasta, whole milk, and black pepper.

Shred the cheddar cheese and thinly slice the scallions for garnish.

Cook the Kielbasa and Onions:

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat.

Once the oil is hot, add the sliced kielbasa and diced onions.

Cook for 6-8 minutes or until the kielbasa is browned and the onions are tender.

Add Garlic:

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Combine Broth and Tomatoes:

Pour in the 2 cups of low-sodium chicken broth and the can of diced tomatoes (with juice).

Stir to combine the ingredients.

Add Pasta and Milk:

Add the dry pasta, ½ cup of whole milk, and ½ teaspoon of black pepper to the skillet.

Stir well to ensure the pasta is evenly distributed and submerged in the liquid.

Simmer:

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.

Cover the skillet and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Add Cheese:

Once the pasta is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat.

Stir in ¼ cup of the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and evenly mixed.

Garnish and Serve:

Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup of cheddar cheese over the top of the pasta.

Cover the skillet for a few minutes to allow the cheese to melt.

Once the cheese is melted, sprinkle the thinly sliced scallions over the top for garnish.

Serve hot and enjoy your One Pot Kielbasa Pasta!