Crockpot Pierogi Casserole With Kielbasa (Printable Version)

Pillowy pierogi and smoky kielbasa layered with creamy cheese sauce, slow-cooked for easy weeknight comfort.

# 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

# How-To:

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, or until hot and bubbly and pierogi are tender
08 - Garnish with chopped chives or parsley before serving

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything goes into one pot in the morning, and dinner is waiting when you walk in the door.
  • The pierogi get impossibly tender and soak up all the creamy, smoky flavors without any boiling or frying.
  • It tastes like comfort food your grandmother would make, but with almost zero effort.
02 -
  • Do not thaw the pierogi first, they will turn to mush and lose their shape in the slow cooker.
  • If your crockpot runs hot, check at three and a half hours to avoid overcooking the edges.
  • Let it sit for five minutes after turning off the heat so the sauce thickens and clings to everything.
03 -
  • Use a slow cooker liner for the easiest cleanup you will ever experience with a cheesy casserole.
  • If you want a crispy top, transfer the finished casserole to a baking dish and broil for three minutes before serving.
  • Taste your kielbasa first, some brands are saltier than others and you may want to skip added salt.
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