Crockpot Pierogi Kielbasa Casserole (Printable)

Creamy slow cooker comfort with pierogi, kielbasa and melted cheddar

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 (16 oz) packages frozen potato and cheese pierogi
02 - 1 lb kielbasa, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
04 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

→ Sauce

05 - 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
06 - 1 cup sour cream
07 - 1/2 cup milk
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Topping

10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley

# How To Make It:

01 - Lightly grease the insert of a 6-quart slow cooker
02 - Layer half the frozen pierogi on the bottom of the slow cooker, then top with half the sliced kielbasa and half the onions
03 - Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the first layer
04 - Repeat layers with remaining pierogi, kielbasa, onions, and another cup of cheese
05 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth
06 - Pour the sauce evenly over the layered ingredients in the slow cooker
07 - Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until everything is hot and bubbly
08 - Garnish with chopped chives or parsley before serving, if desired

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The slow cooker does all the work while you get to be the hero who produced this incredibly comforting, cheesy meal that tastes like it took hours of active preparation.
  • The layers of pierogi, kielbasa, and creamy sauce blend together into something so much greater than their individual parts, creating that perfect comfort food alchemy that satisfies even the pickiest eaters.
02 -
  • Resist the urge to peek and stir during cooking, as lifting the lid extends cooking time by 20-30 minutes each time and disrupts the beautiful layers you created.
  • The casserole will continue to set after cooking, so if it looks slightly looser than you expected when you first open the lid, give it 10-15 minutes to rest before serving.
03 -
  • For a more caramelized top layer, transfer the finished casserole to a broiler-safe dish and place under the broiler for 2-3 minutes to create a beautifully golden, slightly crispy cheese crust.
  • Reserve a small amount of the sauce to serve on the side, gently rewarmed with an extra dollop of sour cream stirred in, for those who enjoy a more saucy serving.
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