Crockpot Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa - An Easy Meals Recipe (2024)

Crockpot Pierogi Casserolehas been a family favorite for years. If you love quick and easy recipes packed with flavor, this will be one of your family favorites as well.

These pillowy crockpot pierogis are cooked in a flavorful cream sauce with tender, spicy kielbasa mixed in. What’s not to love about that?

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What You’ll Need for Crockpot Pierogi Casserole

Ingredients

Frozen Pierogis.These are the star of our dish, bringing comforting potato-filled dumplings into our casserole. They add substance and a satisfying, doughy texture without any prep work needed.

Chicken broth.Chicken broth adds a savory depth to the casserole, helping to infuse the pierogis with flavor as they slowly cook. It also provides the necessary liquid to keep everything moist in the crockpot.

Cream cheese.This ingredient is key in creating a rich, creamy sauce that envelops each pierogi. It not only adds a tangy note to the dish but also helps create a velvety, indulgent texture.

Cheddar cheese. Adding a delicious layer of sharpness, cheddar cheese complements the cream cheese and gives the casserole a beautifully melted topping. Its strong flavor stands up well to the other hearty ingredients, making it an integral part of the dish.

Kielbasa. Kielbasa, a type of Polish sausage, adds a smoky and meaty dimension to the casserole, balancing out the creamy and cheesy elements. It’s a traditional pairing with pierogis and brings an authentic touch to this dish.

Salt & black pepper.These basic seasonings are crucial to enhance the natural flavors of the ingredients. Salt brings out the depth of flavors, while black pepper adds a touch of heat and complexity.

Sour cream.Sour cream adds a tangy freshness that cuts through the rich, cheesy layers. It’s a classic accompaniment to pierogis and brings a touch of brightness to this hearty dish.

Fresh parsleyor green onions.Adding fresh parsley or green onions as a final touch before serving add to the visual appeal and the taste of this already-incredible dish. These garnishes provide a crisp flavor that complements the creaminess of the casserole, creating a delightful contrast.

Kitchen Gadgets

Hamilton Beach 5-quart slow cooker.This is the crockpot I own and LOVE. You can see it in all my slow cooker recipes. We have had it for years and it works fabulously! My only complaint is that it is not pink haha… I wonder if I can find one in pink!

Reynolds Crockpot Liners.If you have never used these before you will be amazed at how fantastic these little liners are. Place one in your crockpot before adding your ingredients. Once you’re finished, just lift out the liner and toss it. No fussNo mess!Genius creation!

What Makes This Recipes So Good

It’s super easy.This crockpot pierogi casserole is just that, it is a casserole, which makes it perfect for a quick meal for a number of reasons:

The creamy texture.This casserole dish has a creamy sauce that makes it utterly delicious. It’s the perfect comfort food for any time of the year.

Perfect for meal planning.Crockpot meals are perfect for busy families that are always on the go. Toss everything in your crockpot, set it, and forget it as they say. In just a few hours, you have a complete, hearty meal that will satisfy even the pickiest of eaters.

Easy to adjust for taste. You can change this easy casserole up any way that you like. If you are not a fan of kielbasa, or would just like to add something new to the dish, add in some fresh vegetables. Try this family-favorite recipe with different meat. Bacon, sausage, or chicken would be delicious in this dish. It is also a great place to use up some of your leftovers.

Round Two recipesare great for meal planning and reducing food waste.

Reheats well.Casseroles are perfect for reheating. And this crockpot pierogi casserole is not exception.

Making Crockpot Pierogi Casserole

Prep time:5 minutes

Cook time:4 hours

Total time:4 hours, 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 16 oz. boxes Mrs. T’s Cheddar Pierogis
• 4 cups chicken broth (you can also use beef broth)
• 1 8 oz. block cream cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 pound sliced kielbasa, or other cooked meat
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Sour cream for serving
• Parsley or green onions, for serving

Instructions

1. Combine all the ingredients (except for sour cream and herbs) in your crockpot. Cook on high 2 to 3 hours, or on low 4 to 6 hours.
2. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of parsley or green onions.

Pierogi Casserole Recipe Tips

Warm the cream cheese andchicken broth.Warm the cream cheese mixture together in a small saucepan just until the cream cheese is melted (or in a medium bowl in the microwave). Then combine the ingredients together in your crockpot.

Watch your liquid.If you’re not a fan of extra sauce in your casserole, reduce the amount of liquid by one cup.

Use larger pierogis.If you’re concerned about your pierogis breaking up, use larger (opposed to mini) pierogis.

Use sharp cheddar cheese. For a punch of flavor, use sharp cheddar cheese. The main contrast between sharp and mild cheddar cheese is the duration of aging, which affects the strength of flavor and texture.

What to Serve with Pierogi Casserole

Veggies. Serve a side of healthy and nutrient-dense veggies. Try ourair fryer Brussels sprouts,Red Lobster stuffedmushrooms, or try aneggplantrecipe.

Bread.Serve a hearty chunk of bread alongside this dish. TryIrish soda bread,Kings Hawaiian bread, orbanana breadfor a sweeter treat.

Salad.Veggies don’t have to come in the form of plain veggies, spice up your rotation with either thisMediterranean cucumber and tomato salador thisshaved Brussels sprout salad.

Dessert.Of course, you can’t not serve dessert! Try pairing this casserole with aPhiladelphia cheesecake, amillion dollar pie, or one of manymicrowave desserts.

Pierogi Casserole FAQs

Can I makePierogi CasseroleIn The Oven?

Yes, you sure can. I suggest layering this casserole like you would with lasagna noodles. One layer of frozen pierogis, a layer of kielbasa, and a layer of sauce finished with a layer of cheese.

Continue layering until all of your ingredients have been used.

Then, in a baking dish, bake in a 350-degree oven for 30 – 45 minutes. Until the cheese is bubbly and the top is a light golden brown.

How Long Will The LeftoversPierogisLast?

Store any leftovers in the refrigerator, covered for up to one week.

How do you store leftovers?

Let your casserole cool completely. Then, store in an airtight container, or covered with plastic wrap in your refrigerator.

How do I scale back this recipe?

this recipe willfeed 6 to 8 peopleor 3 to 4 very hungry people! It makes a lot of food. You could reduce the recipe by using 2 boxes of pierogis, 2 – 3 cups broth, 1/2 cup shredded cheese, and 4 oz. cream cheese. adjust your add-ins to suit your taste. There really is no exact science here, it’s a recipe that was created on a whim with what we had on hand and this is what works well for our busy household.

Do you have to boil pierogis before baking?

For this recipe, you absolutely do not. You actually don’t want to either. If you boil them before cooking them they’ll be cooked twice, resulting in mushy pierogis.

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