Description
Hearty Polish-inspired Pierogi Casserole delivers comfort in one delicious dish, combining classic kielbasa and potato-filled pierogies. Generous layers of savory ingredients blend seamlessly, promising warmth and satisfaction with each comforting spoonful you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 lbs (907 grams) frozen pierogies
- 1 lb (454 grams) kielbasa, sliced
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded cheddar cheese
Dairy and Creamy Components:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sour cream
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) milk
- 1 can (10.5 ounces / 298 grams) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (10.5 ounces / 298 grams) cream of chicken soup
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thoroughly coat the interior of the slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Create an even base layer of frozen pierogies across the bottom of the slow cooker, ensuring complete coverage.
- Distribute kielbasa slices uniformly over the pierogi layer, creating a balanced meat distribution.
- Whisk together cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a separate mixing vessel until smooth and well-integrated.
- Gently cascade the creamy mixture over the pierogi and kielbasa layers, guaranteeing comprehensive coverage.
- Generously scatter shredded cheddar cheese across the top, creating a potential golden-brown crust during cooking.
- Secure the slow cooker lid and set to low temperature, allowing the dish to simmer and meld flavors for approximately 4-5 hours, or alternatively use high temperature for 2-3 hours.
- Before serving, thoroughly stir the casserole to ensure even distribution of ingredients and consistent texture throughout the dish.
Notes
- Chop kielbasa and measure ingredients in advance to streamline the cooking process and save time during meal preparation.
- Swap cream-based soups with dairy-free alternatives and use plant-based cheese or nutritional yeast for a lactose-free version.
- Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the creamy mixture for those who enjoy a spicier kick to their comfort food.
- Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or chives on top just before serving to add brightness and fresh flavor to the rich casserole.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg