- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total: 4 hours, 15 minutes
- Servings: 8
Nevertheless, if you are in search of a soup that is so thick that it sticks to your ribs and cooks almost entirely on its own, this is the one to choose. Crockpot Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa Form A Slab Of Comfort Food Combining The Best Flavors Of Eastern Europe In One Easy And Convenient Crockpot Dish! Picture delicate pierogies drowning in a rich cheese sauce, mixed with sumptuous kielbasa slices, all bubbling away together in your slow cooker. Sounds heavenly, right?
This recipe will change your life, whether you are busy or just feeling cold and in need of a warm inner hug. The outcome is a dish that is creamy, cheesy, and hearty enough to grace a large table during a special occasion such as a family dinner or a potluck. It’s so simple to prepare that you’ll wonder why you haven’t included it in your weekly meal rotation already.
Now, let’s get to making this delicious dish that is bound to be a new family favorite!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Set it and leave it: You can accomplish a lot with the slow cooker, freeing up your time for other tasks. (IBanor)/Image: The Gradual Roasters
We have received AMAZING feedback from kids and adults alike, who never grow tired of the delicious layers of cheese and savory kielbasa.
• Easy Prep: Takes just 15 minutes to prepare, ideal for hectic weekday dinners or laid-back weekends.
A creamy, cheesy, and comforting bowl of so dang good: Is there anything better?
Ingredients you’ll need
• The Real Stars: Three Packages Mrs. T’s Cheddar Pierogies This is a potato dumpling, and you can find it in virtually every home.
Four cups of chicken broth: This will deepen the dish and keep it all moist and delicious.
8-Ounce Block of Cream Cheese: Ideal for its smooth, creamy consistency.
One Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (seriously, there is no such thing as too much cheese!)
• 1 lb. Kielbasa, Sliced: The secret ingredient—salt and animal fat.
Just a sprinkle of salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish (optional): green onions, thinly sliced for casual decoration, and a subtle onion-y crunch.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Gather Your Ingredients
Just make sure you have everything set before starting. It cuts cooking time and prevents missing anything.
2. Prepare the Crockpot
Spray a 4-quart crockpot with cooking spray. It prevents the turkey from sticking and simply helps with cleanup later.
3. Combine the Main Ingredients
• 3 cups of chicken broth: Pour this directly into the crockpot.
Layer Frozen PIEROGIES: You do not have to thaw first; add frozen.
Add the sliced Kielbasa, spreading them out for even flavor.
• Add shredded cheddar cheese. Reserve some for later if you want the extra cheesy goodness on top.
Some salt and pepper: to taste
NOTE: In order to ensure an even coating and that the pierogies sink in the broth, LIGHTLY mix the contents.
4. Set It to Cook
• High heat: 3-4 hours of cooking time
• Cook on low for 6 hours.
Pick the option that suits your hours. But whatever the hell, it’s going to taste amazing after hours of slow cooking!
5. Creating the cream cheese mixture
The Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker requires 10 minutes for preheating and an additional 30-45 minutes for baking. Baking:
• Warm Cream Cheese with Broth: In a bowl (if not microwave safe), mix cream cheese and the other cup of chicken broth.
• Warm: This eliminates the chill.
Whisk till smooth; you want it to be creamy and pourable.
6. Final assembly
Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crockpot’s contents.
• Add the cheddar cheese. Finish it off by adding all the left-over cheddar cheese on top, just to get that final layer of cheese.
• Cook: Also, cover and cook in the crockpot on low for 30 more minutes.
7. Serve and Enjoy
• Stir softly; gently mix after closing for all the cheese and creamy sauce to marry together!
Topping: To increase the flavor and appearance, sprinkle some sliced green onions over it.
Serve hot. Scoop it up while it is still warm and melty.
Discover How to Prepare the Finest Pierogi Casserole.
To make this dish more vegetable-heavy, add sliced bell pepper or mushrooms when you add the kielbasa.
If you like a spicy flavor, sprinkle crushed red peppers or add some dops of hot sauce in the cream cheese mix.
• Different Cheeses: You can also try using a completely different cheese, like mozzarella or pepper jack, for a whole new taste.
• Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free pierogies, and make sure your kielbasa and broth are GF.
Why This Recipe Works
Pierogies topped with piles of Kielbasa are a perfect pairing. The dumplings soak up the broth and kielbasa flavors, getting perfectly tender and tasty. The cream cheese adds a luscious, creamy layer that envelops every morsel, and the cheddar cheese—well, it’s that sharp, cheesy bite that defines comfort food to me.
By utilizing the crockpot, all of these ingredients get to slow-cook and become one solid flavor. This is a no-fuss, hands-off deal where you get the most flavor with the least amount of work.
Nutritional Information
Now, no one ever said that this is a healthy dish, but I think the key to it all is balance. Serve with fresh green salad or steamed vegetables.
Serving Suggestions
• Family Dinner: You can use it exactly as it is to prepare a full dinner for your family.
• Potluck Favorite—easy to transport and reheat, perfect for gatherings.
• Keep leftovers in an airtight container. Additionally, you can microwave it or reheat it in the oven.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you use fresh pierogies instead of frozen?
A: Absolutely! The only thing is that you’ll want to adjust your cooking time because fresh pierogis may cook quicker.
Kielbasa substitutions: replace Polish Kielbasa with any smoked or unsmoked sausage.
Q: What other meats can you use in this cheesy crescent breakfast casserole? A: Smoked sausage, as well as a really nice diced ham, would be delicious.
A: How can you make this without meat?
A: Yes! I scowl at Kielbasa. Substitute veggie broth for the chicken. If you like more substance, add mushrooms or spinach.
Conclusion
So there you go—a ridiculously simple and delicious Crockpot Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa to add to your regular rotation, I hope! It has the best of both worlds—convenience and comfort, with a full meal but no hassle. So why wait? Collect your ingredients and let the crockpot do the work. But trust us, your palette will appreciate the gesture!
