Description
Polish comfort meets hearty satisfaction in this Pierogi & Kielbasa Casserole, blending traditional Eastern European flavors into a single satisfying dish. Creamy potatoes, savory sausage, and pillowy pierogies create a warming meal you’ll crave during chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 boxes (16 ounces / 454 grams) frozen pierogies
- 1 package (14 ounces / 397 grams) smoked sausage (kielbasa), sliced into rounds
- 1 bag (2 cups / 226 grams) shredded cheese (cheddar, Colby Jack, or your favorite blend)
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/2 can (about 1 cup / 240 milliliters) chicken broth
Optional Ingredients:
- 1 can (14.5 ounces / 411 grams) green beans (optional, drained)
- Garlic salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat the oven to a robust 400°F, creating an ideal environment for baking the casserole.
- Generously coat a 9×13-inch baking vessel with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Arrange frozen pierogies in a uniform layer across the bottom of the prepared dish, creating a foundational base.
- Distribute kielbasa slices and green beans evenly over the pierogies, ensuring balanced coverage.
- Gently cascade half a can of chicken broth across the ingredients, infusing moisture and enhancing flavor profile.
- Transfer the assembled casserole into the preheated oven, allowing it to bake for approximately 30 minutes until pierogies reach a tender consistency and kielbasa becomes thoroughly heated.
- Delicately blanket the casserole with a generous layer of shredded cheese, covering the entire surface.
- Return the dish to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, permitting the cheese to melt into a luscious, bubbling topping.
- Finish by sprinkling garlic salt across the surface, tailoring the seasoning to personal taste preferences.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, inviting diners to savor this comforting Polish-inspired meal.
Notes
- Swap frozen pierogies with homemade or fresh versions for a more authentic taste and texture.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar, smoked gouda, or pepper jack to add unique flavor profiles.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium chicken broth and skipping additional salt, making this dish friendlier for heart-healthy diets.
- Incorporate extra vegetables like roasted bell peppers, diced onions, or sautéed mushrooms to boost nutritional value and add complexity to the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg