Crockpot Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa
This Crockpot Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa is the ultimate comfort food. It combines soft, pillowy perogies, smoky kielbasa, and a rich, cheesy sauce—all cooked to perfection in a slow cooker. It’s an easy, hands-off meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend dinner.
Ingredients
For the Casserole:
1 (16 oz) package frozen perogies (cheddar or potato-filled)
1 lb smoked kielbasa (sliced into ¼-inch rounds)
1 cup sour cream
1 (10.5 oz) can of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
½ cup milk
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 small onion (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp dried thyme (optional)
For Topping (Optional):
½ cup bacon bits
¼ cup green onions or fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
1. Assemble the Ingredients
1. Spray your crockpot with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Add frozen perogies and sliced kielbasa to the crockpot.
3. Sprinkle diced onion and garlic over the top.
2. Make the Creamy Sauce
4. In a bowl, whisk together sour cream, cream of mushroom (or chicken) soup, milk, black pepper, paprika, and thyme.
5. Pour the mixture over the perogies and kielbasa.
3. Cook & Melt the Cheese
6. Cover and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours until everything is heated through.
7. 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top and cover until melted.
4. Serve & Enjoy
8. Garnish with bacon bits, green onions, or parsley before serving.
Total time
Total Time: ~3.5 to 4 hours
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3-4 hours on LOW (or 2 hours on HIGH)
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~450
Protein: ~20g
Carbohydrates: ~35g
Fats: ~25g
Fiber: ~2g
Sodium: ~900mg
(Values may vary based on ingredients.)
Notes & Tips
Extra Crispy Topping:Transfer to a baking dish and broil for 3-5 minutes after slow cooking.
Make it Spicier: Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the sauce mix.
Cheese Variations: Use mozzarella, Swiss, or Gouda for a different flavor.
Vegetable Boost: Add mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach in the last hour of cooking.
