Description
This Crockpot Pierogi Casserole with Sausage is a cozy, cheesy comfort dish made easy in your slow cooker. Frozen pierogies are layered with smoked sausage, cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded cheddar, then slow-cooked into a hearty, creamy casserole. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner with minimal prep and tons of flavor.
Ingredients
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2 (16 oz) packages frozen pierogies (potato and cheese or your choice)
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14 oz smoked sausage, sliced
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1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
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1 cup sour cream
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1 small onion, diced
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 cup chicken broth or water
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Chopped green onions or parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Spray the inside of your crockpot with non-stick cooking spray.
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In a large bowl, mix together the cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, black pepper, and chicken broth until smooth.
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Layer half of the frozen pierogies in the crockpot.
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Top with half of the sliced sausage, half of the diced onions, and half of the cream cheese mixture.
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Repeat with the remaining pierogies, sausage, onions, and sauce.
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Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
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Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or on high for 2–3 hours, until everything is hot and the cheese is melted.
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Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
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You can swap the sausage for kielbasa or turkey sausage.
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Add a handful of spinach or frozen peas for extra veggies.
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If you prefer it extra cheesy, add more cheddar on top before serving.