Description
Hearty Crockpot Pierogi Casserole brings Polish comfort directly to your kitchen, blending creamy potatoes, savory sausage, and classic pierogi flavors. Comforting layers of cheese and herbs create a simple, satisfying meal that connects you with traditional Eastern European cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound (1 lb) smoked sausage (kielbasa or Polish sausage), sliced
- 1 (16 ounces) package frozen pierogies (cheddar or potato-filled)
Dairy and Cream Components:
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk
- 1 (10.5 ounces) can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional, for depth)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Grease the interior of the slow cooker to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Create the first foundational layer by evenly distributing frozen pierogies across the bottom of the crockpot.
- Scatter sliced sausage and chopped onions over the initial pierogi layer, ensuring uniform coverage.
- Construct a second identical layer with remaining pierogies, sausage, and onions, mirroring the first arrangement.
- Prepare a creamy sauce by thoroughly blending cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, freshly ground black pepper, and smoky paprika in a mixing bowl.
- Gently cascade the prepared sauce over the layered ingredients, making certain every pierogi and sausage piece receives sauce coverage.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese across the top, creating a golden, melty finish.
- Secure the crockpot lid and allow the casserole to slowly simmer on LOW temperature for 4-5 hours, or alternatively on HIGH for 2-3 hours.
- Verify the dish is thoroughly heated, with cheese melted and edges bubbling, before serving.
Notes
- Customize the sausage type to match your flavor preference, like spicy Italian or mild Polish kielbasa for a personalized touch.
- Swap frozen pierogies with homemade or fresh versions for an authentic, more textured experience.
- Consider using gluten-free cream of mushroom soup and dairy-free alternatives to accommodate dietary restrictions without sacrificing taste.
- Add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or chives on top for a bright, fresh finish that elevates the overall presentation and adds a light, zesty flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 860
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 180mg