Crockpot Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa Recipe
This Crockpot Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa is a hearty and comforting dish that combines the flavors of cheddar pierogies, kielbasa, and creamy cheese for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours on high or 6 hours on low
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes on high or 6 hours 30 minutes on low
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Pierogi Casserole:
- Three packages of Mrs. T’s Cheddar Pierogies
- Four cups of chicken broth
- One pound of kielbasa (sliced)
- One cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cream Cheese Mixture:
- One 8-ounce block of cream cheese
- One cup of chicken broth
Instructions
- Combining Ingredients in Crockpot: In a 4-6 quart crockpot, combine three cups of the chicken broth, the frozen pierogies, sliced kielbasa, and shredded cheddar cheese. Ensure that the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Cooking the Casserole: Set the crockpot to cook on high for 3-4 hours, or on low for 6 hours.
- Preparing Cream Cheese Mixture: About 30 minutes before the end of the cooking time, warm the block of cream cheese with the remaining one cup of chicken broth until smooth.
- Final Assembly: Pour the cream cheese mixture into the crockpot, stir well, sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top, cover, and cook on low for 30 minutes.
- Serving: Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- This dish can be customized with additional vegetables like onions, bell peppers, or spinach.
- For a spicier kick, consider using hot kielbasa or adding red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1150mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Crockpot Pierogi Casserole, Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa, Crockpot Recipe, Comfort Food
