Crock Pot Pierogi Kielbasa (Printable Version)

Tender pierogi layered with smoky kielbasa and melted cheese in a rich, creamy sauce.

# Ingredient List:

→ Meats

01 - 1 lb kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/2 inch rounds

→ Dairy

02 - 1 cup sour cream
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1/2 cup cream cheese, cubed
05 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

→ Pasta

06 - 2 lbs frozen potato and cheese pierogi

→ Vegetables

07 - 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped

→ Spices & Seasonings

10 - 1 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Coat the inside of the Crock Pot with non-stick spray or a small amount of butter to prevent sticking.
02 - Arrange half the frozen pierogi in the bottom of the Crock Pot, followed by half the sliced kielbasa and half the sliced onions.
03 - Repeat layering with remaining pierogi, kielbasa, and onions.
04 - In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, melted butter, cream cheese, garlic, black pepper, salt, and smoked paprika. Whisk until smooth and fully incorporated.
05 - Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the layered ingredients, then sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese across the top.
06 - Cover and cook on low setting for 4 hours until pierogi are tender and casserole is bubbly throughout.
07 - Sprinkle fresh chives over the top before serving, if desired.

# Tips from hearthlykitchen:

01 -
  • Its the ultimate lazy comfort food that feels like someone spent hours making it.
  • The pierogi turn impossibly tender, almost like homemade dumplings, without any of the work.
  • Leftovers somehow taste even better the next day.
02 -
  • Do not be tempted to cook on high to speed things up. The pierogi turn into mush.
  • Frozen pierogi go straight into the slow cooker, no thawing needed.
  • Lifting the lid too often adds significant cooking time.
03 -
  • Spray your slow cooker insert more generously than you think necessary.
  • Use a skewer to check if pierogi in the center are done, as the sauce can be misleading.

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