Crockpot Pierogi Casserole With Kielbasa (Printable)

Slow-cooked pierogi layered with kielbasa, cheese, and creamy sauce for an easy comforting family meal.

# What You Need:

→ Main

01 - 2 (16 oz) packages frozen potato and cheese pierogi
02 - 1 lb fully cooked kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds

→ Sauces & Dairy

03 - 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
04 - 1 cup sour cream
05 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced

→ Seasonings

07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley

# Directions:

01 - Lightly grease the insert of a 6-quart slow cooker.
02 - Spread half the frozen pierogi in an even layer on the bottom of the slow cooker.
03 - Top evenly with half of the sliced kielbasa and half of the sliced onions.
04 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika until well combined.
05 - Spoon and spread half the sauce mixture over the pierogi layer, then sprinkle with half the cheddar cheese.
06 - Repeat layers with remaining pierogi, kielbasa, onion, sauce, and cheddar cheese.
07 - Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours, until hot and bubbly and pierogi are tender.
08 - Garnish with chopped chives or parsley before serving if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything goes into one pot and the slow cooker does all the work while you go about your day.
  • The combination of tender pierogi, smoky sausage, and creamy sauce is pure comfort in every bite.
  • It feeds a crowd without breaking the bank or requiring fancy ingredients.
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully and somehow taste even better the next day.
02 -
  • Don't thaw the pierogi first, they'll turn mushy and fall apart during the long cook time.
  • If your slow cooker runs hot, check at the 3.5 hour mark to avoid overcooking the edges.
  • Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes after cooking so the sauce thickens slightly and everything sets together.
03 -
  • Use a slow cooker liner for the easiest cleanup you've ever experienced.
  • Slice the kielbasa on a slight diagonal for prettier presentation and more surface area to crisp at the edges.
  • If you love extra cheese, reserve a handful to sprinkle on top during the last 20 minutes of cooking for a bubbly golden finish.
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