Crock Pot Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa Recipe
This Crock Pot Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa is a comforting, easy-to-make dish featuring tender cheddar pierogies simmered in a creamy cheese sauce with savory kielbasa. Perfect for busy weeknights, it combines rich flavors and hearty ingredients in one convenient slow cooker meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes (average of high setting)
- Total Time: 3 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Polish-American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
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Pierogies and Cheese
- 3 boxes Mrs. T’s Cheddar Pierogies, regular or mini (mini preferred)
- 8 oz cream cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Meat
- 1 lb kielbasa, sliced into bite-sized pieces
Liquids and Seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Slice the kielbasa into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and easy serving. Cut the cream cheese into small cubes to help it melt uniformly throughout the dish.
- Layer Ingredients in Crock Pot: Place the cheddar pierogies at the bottom of the crockpot. Layer the sliced kielbasa pieces evenly on top, then scatter the cream cheese cubes followed by the shredded cheddar cheese. This layering helps the flavors meld together during cooking.
- Add Broth and Season: Pour the 4 cups of chicken broth evenly over the layered ingredients. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste to enhance the overall flavor.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot with the lid, and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6 hours. Stir gently once or twice during cooking to help the cheeses melt evenly and prevent sticking.
- Check Doneness and Serve: Ensure the pierogies are tender and the cheese has fully melted into a creamy sauce. Once ready, serve the casserole hot directly from the crockpot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Mini pierogies are preferred for faster cooking and easier eating but regular-sized can be used.
- Stir gently during cooking to prevent sticking and encourage even melting of cheese.
- Adjust salt and pepper depending on the saltiness of kielbasa and broth used.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute kielbasa with plant-based sausage and use vegetable broth.
- This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/6th of casserole)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
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