Description
Crockpot Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa is the ultimate in comfort food bliss. With its irresistible combination of tender pierogies, smoky sausage, and a creamy, cheesy sauce, this slow-cooked casserole is guaranteed to warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 3 packages (24 ounce total) frozen cheddar pierogies
- 4 cup chicken broth
- 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Begin by layering the frozen pierogies, sliced kielbasa, and shredded cheddar cheese in a large crockpot. Make sure to evenly distribute the ingredients throughout the pot.
2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the chicken broth and cubed cream cheese. Stir continuously until the cream cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Pour the creamy broth mixture evenly over the pierogies and kielbasa in the crockpot. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until the pierogies are tender and everything is hot and bubbly.
4. About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the extra shredded cheddar cheese on top of the casserole. Cover again and let the cheese melt, creating a deliciously gooey topping.
5. Gently stir the casserole and serve hot.
Notes
For the best flavor, opt for a high-quality, smoked kielbasa sausage. Look for brands that use all-natural ingredients and avoid those with lots of added preservatives or fillers.
To make this recipe vegetarian, simply omit the kielbasa and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. For a gluten-free version, swap the traditional pierogies for gluten-free options.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg