Slow Cooker Kielbasa Hash Brown Casserole

This Slow Cooker Kielbasa Hash Brown Casserole is the perfect comfort food for a busy weekday. The delicious combination of kielbasa, hash browns, and cheese makes it a hearty and filling meal that your whole family will love.

This is one of my favorite slow cooker kielbasa recipes. Not only is great to dump into the slow cooker and go on about your day, but it also tastes amazing!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• With minimal prep work, you can simply toss the ingredients into the slow cooker and let it work its magic.
• The combination of savory kielbasa, creamy hash browns, and gooey cheese is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.
• This dish is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, making it a great option for any meal of the day.

Ingredients

You only need a few simple ingredients to help you make this slow cooker kielbasa recipe. You don’t have to worry about spending a lot of money at the grocery store to make this meal.

• frozen hashbrowns
• smoked sausage
• shredded cheddar cheese
• golden mushroom soup
• sour cream

Equipment 

Grab these kitchen tools so that you can share this meal with your family:

• slow cooker – 6 quart or larger
• large mixing bowl

How to Make Slow Cooker Kielbasa Hash Brown Casserole

Making this casserole is simple. Just follow these step-by-step instructions or check out the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the full recipe.

1. Spray your slow cooker with non-stick spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine hashbrowns, sausage, 1 1/2 cups of the cheese, soup, and sour cream.
3. Fold together to combine all the ingredients.
4. Pour half of the hashbrown mixture into your crockpot.
5. Sprinkle half of the remaining cheese.
6. Pour the other half into the pot, and sprinkle the remaining cheese over top.
7. Cook on high for 4 hours, or low for 6-8.

Substitutions and Additions 

Want to change up this recipe to suit your taste buds? Here are a few of my favorite tried and true swaps for this recipe.

• Add some chopped bell peppers, onions, or spinach to incorporate more veggies.
• While cheddar is a classic choice, feel free to experiment with other types of cheese like mozzarella, pepper jack, or Swiss.
• Swap the smoked sausage with cooked bacon bits, diced ham, or even shredded cooked chicken for a different protein.

Storage

Storage – Store leftovers for up to 3 days in the fridge in an airtight container.

Freezing – This casserole freezes well! Place any leftover portions in a freezer-safe container and store for up to 3 months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight.

Tips and Tricks

• Be mindful of the cooking time to prevent the edges from drying out. Check around the 4-hour mark when cooking on low.
• If adding vegetables, give them a quick sauté before mixing them into the casserole.
• Before serving, let the casserole rest for 10-15 minutes. This allows it to set and makes it easier to serve.

Serving Suggestions

This hearty kielbasa hash brown casserole pairs wonderfully with a fresh side salad or steamed vegetables. For a breakfast twist, serve it alongside scrambled eggs and a slice of toast. It’s also delicious with a dollop of sour cream or a drizzle of hot sauce for an extra kick.

FAQs

Do you have questions about this slow cooker kielbasa hash brown casserole recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this easy recipe.

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Slow Cooker Kielbasa Hash Brown Casserole

This Slow Cooker Kielbasa Hash Brown Casserole is full of flavor. Make with frozen hashbrowns, smoked sausage, and gooey cheese, it’s the ultimate meal.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword Kielbasa Hash Brown Casserole, Slow Cooker Kielbasa Hash Brown Casserole

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 4 hours

Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes

Servings 10 Servings

Ingredients

• 32 ounces frozen hashbrowns
• 14 ounces smoked sausage
• 2 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 10.5 ounces golden mushroom soup
• ½ cup sour cream

Instructions

1. Spray your slow cooker with non-stick spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine hashbrowns, sausage, 1 1/2 cups of the cheese, soup, and sour cream.
3. Fold together to combine all the ingredients.
4. Pour half of the hashbrown mixture into your crockpot.
5. Sprinkle half of the remaining cheese.
6. Pour the other half into the pot, and sprinkle the remaining cheese over top.
7. Cook on high for 4 hours, or low for 6-8.

Recipe Notes

Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.

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