Can I make this for a crowd?

The recipe serves four. Increase the number of casseroles, not the size of a casserole cooked in a four- to six-quart slow cooker to serve a larger number of people. Casseroles made in larger slow cookers can be hard to stir and mix well during preparation. Provide side dishes on a separate plate in addition to the casserole so the casserole stays hot, and customers can choose other side dishes, including salad and bread.

How can I adapt it for picky eaters?

Yes, provide green onions as an optional topping for people who do not want green onions. The article describes smoked and cheddar-stuffed kielbasa. Other cheeses in the recipe include those used in pierogies and a topping of cream cheese and cheddar. Do not serve additional vegetables unless all your guests would like them; the recipe does not include additional vegetables.

Can I use a different cheese?

Yes, you can substitute mozzarella cheese for cheddar cheese to reduce the flavor, and smoked gouda cheese can provide other flavors, as noted in the article. Different cheeses will result in different flavors for the casserole. Using shredded cheese can help ensure an even coating of cheese topping for the casserole during preparation. Check the sauce while the casserole is finishing to make sure the cheese melts into a unified layer.

Can I assemble this the night before?

Yes, you can assemble this type of casserole in the crockpot insert and refrigerate it covered overnight. Let the insert sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before using it, as recommended in the article. Ingredients might not mix well in a chilled casserole, but they will mix well during long cooking. Add the cream cheese mixture at the last step, as recommended in the article.

How do I reheat leftover pierogi casserole?

Reheat leftovers on the stovetop or in the microwave, and add broth or other liquids to improve the texture of the casserole. Reheating may help improve the texture and consistency of sauces or other ingredients in the casserole that thickened. To avoid lumps in the casserole from the cream cheese filling, warm it with broth and mix until smooth before adding to the casserole. Avoid overcooking, as this can also cause the casserole to separate,

Crockpot Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa and Creamy Cheddar

By Mason BrooksOct 4, 2026

Prep

10 min

Cook

360 min

Total

370 min

Servings

Level

Easy

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Serve this casserole as the main course for family dinner. Pieces of frozen cheddar pierogies and kielbasa are layered with chicken broth and cream cheese and cheddar cheese for a tender, cheesy meal with pieces of kielbasa.

Crockpot Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa and Creamy Cheddar

Three cups of chicken broth are cooked in the slow cooker with frozen pierogies, kielbasa slices, and shredded cheddar cheese. Chicken broth keeps the pierogies moist while cooking. Kielbasa provides smoky flavor to the casserole. Cream cheese is heated with some of the chicken broth toward the end of cooking time and whisked smooth to incorporate into the casserole and serve with additional shredded cheddar cheese.

The casserole recipe is successful if the pierogies are fully cooked and cream cheese is evenly distributed throughout the casserole without streaks of cream cheese. Warm the cream cheese gently to help distribute it evenly, but do not boil it vigorously, as this can cause the sauce to separate. Cover the casserole with the top layer of cheddar cheese to help it melt during the final cooking time.

Serve hot with a side dish of green vegetables or other steamed vegetables to contrast with the tastes of the cheese and sausage. Sliced green onions, if used, will enhance the appearance and provide some onion flavor and crunch. Leftover dishes can be reheated on the stove or in the microwave, adding liquid as needed for reheating.

Why you'll love this recipe

Busy families can start dinner early because slow cookers handle the long cook, Buy ingredients for pierogies, kielbasa, broth, and cheese.
Cheese and potato fans like tender cheddar pierogies served with cream cheese.
Smoked kielbasa provides additional flavor and makes pierogies a great dinner choice.
It serves four in a 4- to 6-quart crockpot, This is a good recipe for a small family meal that doesn't need to be cooked on the stovetop.
A salad or other steamed vegetables make good side dishes because they are mild and simple and pair well with the sausage and other ingredients in the casserole, as well as the cheese.
Families can buy smoked or cheddar kielbasa for this recipe, Both kinds are acceptable, Families can choose a type of kielbasa they prefer.
Leftovers can be heated on the stovetop or in the microwave. Including broth or water can help keep the casserole moist as it reheats and loses moisture.

Instructions

In a 4- to 6-quart crockpot, combine 3 cups of chicken broth, the frozen pierogies, sliced kielbasa, and shredded cheddar cheese, distributing the ingredients evenly.

Cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 6 hours.

About 30 minutes before the end of cooking, warm the cream cheese with the remaining 1 cup of chicken broth in the microwave or on the stovetop, then whisk until smooth.

Pour the cream cheese mixture into the crockpot and stir well to integrate it. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

Cover and cook on low for an additional 30 minutes, until the cheese melts and the flavors bind.

Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions if desired.

FAQ

Yes, pierogies and sausage can be served as the main course with steamed or uncooked vegetables or a green salad, as suggested in the article. Raw and fresh vegetables pair well with the cheese in pierogies and the taste of sausages. Other side dishes suggested in the article are garlic toast, dinner rolls, roasted vegetables, and coleslaw. If you'd like, you can top your dish with chopped green onions to offer guests the choice of eating green onions.

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