Crockpot Pierogi Kielbasa Casserole (Printable Version)

Creamy, cheesy comfort food made simple in your slow cooker with frozen pierogi, sliced kielbasa, and a velvety mushroom sauce.

# What You 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 whole 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 with cooking spray or butter.
02 - Layer half of the frozen pierogi on the bottom of the slow cooker.
03 - Top with half of the sliced kielbasa and half of the sliced onions.
04 - Sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the kielbasa and onions.
05 - Layer remaining pierogi, kielbasa, onions, and top with remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese.
06 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
07 - Pour the sauce evenly over all layered ingredients in the slow cooker, ensuring even distribution.
08 - Cover and cook on LOW setting for 4 hours, until the casserole is heated through and the mixture is bubbly at the edges.
09 - Garnish with chopped fresh chives or parsley before serving, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Effortless Prep: Only 15 minutes of hands-on preparation.
  • Hearty Comfort: A satisfying blend of smoky sausage, cheese, and tender pierogi.
  • Slow Cooker Ease: Everything cooks to perfection in one pot on low heat for 4 hours.
02 -
  • Grease the Pot: Ensure the slow cooker insert is well-greased to prevent cheese from sticking to the sides.
  • Check Allergens: Always review labels for milk, wheat, soy, or egg, especially in prepared pierogi and condensed soups.
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