Description
A rich and comforting crockpot pierogi casserole featuring layers of cheesy pierogies, smoky kielbasa, and creamy sauce. A no-fuss, hearty family meal perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16 oz) package frozen potato and cheese pierogies
- 1 (14 oz) kielbasa sausage, sliced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1. In a medium bowl, mix together sour cream, cream cheese, chicken broth, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- 2. Spray the inside of a crockpot with nonstick spray.
- 3. Layer half of the frozen pierogies in the bottom of the crockpot.
- 4. Top with half of the sliced kielbasa, chopped onion, and shredded cheese.
- 5. Spoon half of the cream sauce over the layers.
- 6. Repeat with remaining pierogies, kielbasa, onion, cheese, and sauce.
- 7. Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours or until heated through and bubbly.
- 8. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley before serving.
Notes
- No need to thaw the pierogies first just layer them frozen.
- For a spicy twist, use hot kielbasa or add red pepper flakes.
- This dish pairs well with a crisp side salad or steamed green beans.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Eastern European-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: pierogi casserole, crockpot, kielbasa, comfort food, cheesy dinner