Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of a classic crockpot pierogi casserole with smoked kielbasa, creamy cheese, and a touch of green onions. This easy slow cooker recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and potluck gatherings.
Ingredients
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Pierogi Casserole:
- 3 boxes (about 12 oz each) frozen cheddar pierogies
- 3 cups chicken broth (reserve 1 cup)
- 1 lb smoked kielbasa, sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Creamy Finish:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional garnish: sliced green onions
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a 4–6 quart slow cooker, mix 3 cups chicken broth, pierogies, kielbasa, and 1 cup cheddar.
- Cook: Cook on high for 3–4 hours or low for 6 hours.
- Prepare Creamy Mixture: 30 mins before serving, warm cream cheese with reserved broth, then stir into casserole.
- Final Touches: Sprinkle remaining cheddar, cover, cook on low for 30 mins until melted.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper, garnish with green onions, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra depth, lightly brown the kielbasa before adding.
- Avoid over-stirring to keep pierogies intact.
- Customize with veggies or different cheese varieties.
- For gluten-free, use GF pierogies and check kielbasa and broth for GF status.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3–4 hours (high) or 6 hours (low) + 30-minute finish
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Comfort American / Eastern European Twist
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: ~470–610 kcal
- Sugar: Data not available
- Sodium: Relatively high—adjust broth or use low-sodium if needed
- Fat: ~42–51 g
- Saturated Fat: Data not available
- Unsaturated Fat: Data not available
- Trans Fat: Data not available
- Carbohydrates: ~20–23 g
- Fiber: Data not available
- Protein: ~31 g
- Cholesterol: Data not available