Description
This Baked Kielbasa Pierogi Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish combining savory kielbasa sausage, tender pierogies, and a creamy cheese sauce baked to golden perfection. It's perfect for an easy weeknight dinner that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 14 ounces sliced kielbasa sausage, ¼-inch thick
- 32 ounces frozen pierogies
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) block softened cream cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
Garnish
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Assemble Kielbasa and Pierogies: Place the sliced kielbasa sausage and frozen pierogies evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: In a bowl, using a hand mixer, whisk together the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Add the chicken broth, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese; whisk until well combined.
- Combine Sauce and Ingredients: Pour the sauce over the pierogies and kielbasa in the baking dish, then gently mix to coat everything evenly.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Bake Uncovered for Browning: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before garnishing with sliced green onions. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- You can substitute turkey kielbasa for a leaner option.
- Use fresh pierogies if available, increasing bake time by 5-10 minutes accordingly.
- If dairy-free, substitute cream cheese and sour cream with vegan alternatives.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
