Description
Crockpot Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it comfort food. Frozen cheddar pierogies, smoky kielbasa, rich cream cheese, and melty cheddar combine in the slow cooker to create a creamy, cozy dish that feels like a warm hug. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this Polish-American classic is cheesy, hearty, and ridiculously easy.
Ingredients
3 packages (3 × 454 g / 16 oz) frozen cheddar pierogies
4 cups (960 ml) chicken broth, divided
1 block (226 g / 8 oz) cream cheese
1 cup (113 g) shredded cheddar cheese, plus extra for topping
1 pound (450 g) kielbasa, sliced
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Green onions, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Layer It In
In a 4–6 quart crockpot, add frozen pierogies, sliced kielbasa, 3 cups of chicken broth, and 1 cup cheddar cheese. Stir gently to combine.Slow Cook
Cover and cook on high for 3–4 hours or low for 6 hours, until pierogies are tender.Cream Cheese Addition
About 30 minutes before serving, warm cream cheese with remaining 1 cup broth. Whisk until smooth and pour into crockpot. Stir to blend.Final Cheesy Top
Sprinkle more cheddar cheese on top. Cover and continue cooking on low for 30 minutes.Serve
Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with green onions if desired.
Notes
No need to thaw pierogies
Swap kielbasa for turkey sausage or a spicy version
Add frozen veggies in the last hour (peas, spinach, etc.)
Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated overnight
Reheat with broth or milk to keep creamy texture
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–6 hours
- Category: Plats
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Polish-American