Crockpot Pierogi Casserole Kielbasa (Printable)

Comforting slow-cooked casserole featuring tender pierogi, smoky kielbasa, and creamy cheese. An effortless family meal.

# What You Need:

→ Main Ingredients

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→ Sauces & Dairy

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→ Vegetables

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→ Seasonings

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→ Garnish

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# How To Make It:

01 - Lightly grease the insert of a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray or butter
02 - Spread half the frozen pierogi in an even layer on the bottom of the slow cooker
03 - Top evenly with half of the sliced kielbasa and half of the onions
04 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika until smooth
05 - Spoon and spread half the sauce mixture over the pierogi layer, then sprinkle with half the cheddar cheese
06 - Repeat layers with remaining pierogi, kielbasa, onion, sauce, and cheddar cheese, finishing with cheese on top
07 - Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until hot and bubbly and pierogi are tender
08 - Sprinkle with chopped fresh chives or parsley before serving, if desired

# Expert Tips:

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  • The slow cooker does all the heavy lifting so you can focus on other things
  • It's the ultimate comfort food that brings everyone to the table
  • The leftovers somehow taste even better the next day
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  • Don't be tempted to cook on high—the low and slow method is what keeps pierogi from falling apart
  • Sometimes the edges get a little crispy and golden which is actually delicious
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  • Slice your kielbasa when it's slightly frozen for perfect uniform rounds
  • Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving—this helps everything set
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