Description
This comforting Crock-Pot Kielbasa and Potatoes recipe combines tender potatoes, smoky kielbasa, and a rich, creamy cheese sauce seasoned with herbs and spices. It’s an easy, hands-off meal perfect for cozy family dinners or busy weeknights, delivering hearty flavors with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 32 ounces frozen diced potatoes
- 28 ounces kielbasa rings (sliced then halved)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (Monterey Jack and cheddar blend)
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons dried chives
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- Kosher salt, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 pinches cayenne pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare pot: Lightly spray the Crock-Pot bowl with cooking spray or line it with a slow cooker liner to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Combine ingredients: Add the frozen diced potatoes, sliced kielbasa, shredded cheese, condensed cream of chicken soup, whole milk, dried chives, garlic powder, dried oregano, kosher salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper into the Crock-Pot. Stir gently to distribute all ingredients evenly.
- Cook: Cover the Crock-Pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 5-6 hours, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Serve: Once cooked, stir the mixture well and serve warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of freshness.
Notes
- The recipe uses frozen diced potatoes for convenience; fresh potatoes can be used but may alter cooking time.
- Adjust cayenne pepper quantity to control the level of spiciness.
- For a lower-fat option, use reduced-fat cheese and milk substitutes but note flavor and texture changes.
- This dish pairs well with a crisp green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Make sure to slice kielbasa rings in half to allow even cooking and better flavor infusion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 to 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Crock-Pot kielbasa potatoes, slow cooker kielbasa recipe, easy crockpot dinner, creamy potato kielbasa casserole, comforting kielbasa slow cooker
