Crockpot Pierogi Casserole Kielbasa (Printable)

Hearty slow-cooked casserole featuring tender pierogi, smoky kielbasa, creamy cheese, and sour cream for an effortless family meal.

# What You Need:

→ Main Components

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

→ Sauce Ingredients

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's practically effortless just layer everything and walk away while your slow cooker does all the heavy lifting
  • The combination of tender pierogi and smoky kielbasa creates the kind of comfort food that makes everyone ask for seconds
02 -
  • Resist the urge to peek during the first 3 hours every time you lift the lid, you add about 15 minutes of cooking time
  • If your pierogi are thinner than usual, check at 3 hours since brands vary wildly in thickness
03 -
  • Use a liner in your slow cooker for the easiest cleanup ever, especially important with all that cheese
  • Let it sit for about 10 minutes after cooking before serving so it sets up slightly and doesn't run all over the plate
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