Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes and Kielbasa

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Why Make This Recipe

Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes and Kielbasa is a fantastic choice for a simple, heartwarming meal. This dish is perfect for busy days when you want a delicious dinner without much hassle. The combination of creamy potatoes, savory kielbasa, and melted cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, making it in a crockpot means you can set it and forget it, freeing up your time for other activities.

How to Make Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes and Kielbasa

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 pound kielbasa, sliced
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 small onion, diced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. In a crockpot, layer the diced potatoes at the bottom.
2. Add the sliced kielbasa on top of the potatoes.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup, shredded cheddar cheese, milk, diced onion, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the soup mixture over the potatoes and kielbasa in the crockpot.
5. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the potatoes are tender.
7. Serve warm, enjoying the cheesy and smoky flavors.

How to Serve Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes and Kielbasa

To serve, simply scoop the cheesy potatoes and kielbasa onto plates. You can pair it with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables to add some greens to your meal. This dish stands very well on its own, but it’s also great accompanied by crusty bread or rolls to soak up any extra creamy sauce.

How to Store Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes and Kielbasa

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can last for about 3-4 days. To reheat, simply warm them up in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

Tips to Make Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes and Kielbasa

• For extra flavor, you can throw in some garlic powder or herbs like thyme or rosemary.
• If you want a bit of crunch, consider adding some crushed potato chips on top just before serving.
• Make sure to cut the potatoes into fairly even-sized pieces to ensure they cook evenly.

Variation

You can swap out the kielbasa for another type of sausage or even diced ham. If you prefer a vegetarian option, use a meat substitute or just load up on extra vegetables such as bell peppers or broccoli.

FAQs

• CAN I USE FROZEN POTATOES?
  YES, YOU CAN USE FROZEN POTATOES, SUCH AS FROZEN DICED POTATOES OR HASH BROWNS, TO SAVE PREP TIME. JUST ADD THEM DIRECTLY TO THE CROCKPOT—NO NEED TO THAW FIRST. KEEP IN MIND THAT THEY MAY RELEASE A LITTLE EXTRA MOISTURE, SO YOU MIGHT NEED A BIT MORE COOKING TIME OR A LITTLE LESS MILK IF YOU PREFER A THICKER, CREAMIER TEXTURE.

• IS THERE A GLUTEN-FREE OPTION FOR THIS RECIPE?
  YES, THIS RECIPE CAN BE MADE GLUTEN-FREE WITH A FEW SIMPLE SWAPS. USE A GLUTEN-FREE CREAM OF CHICKEN SOUP (OR A HOMEMADE VERSION THICKENED WITH CORNSTARCH OR A GLUTEN-FREE FLOUR BLEND). ALSO DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR KIELBASA LABEL TO MAKE SURE IT’S CERTIFIED GLUTEN-FREE, AS SOME BRANDS MAY CONTAIN FILLERS OR ADDITIVES WITH GLUTEN.

• CAN I PREPARE THIS DISH AHEAD OF TIME?
  ABSOLUTELY! YOU CAN ASSEMBLE ALL THE INGREDIENTS IN THE CROCKPOT INSERT THE NIGHT BEFORE—POTATOES, KIELBASA, AND THE SOUP MIXTURE—THEN COVER AND REFRIGERATE. IN THE MORNING, SIMPLY PLACE THE INSERT BACK INTO THE CROCKPOT BASE AND COOK ACCORDING TO THE DIRECTIONS. THIS MAKES IT A GREAT “DUMP-AND-GO” OPTION FOR BUSY DAYS, HOLIDAYS, OR WHEN YOU WANT DINNER READY WITH MINIMAL EFFORT.

Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes and Kielbasa

A simple, heartwarming meal featuring creamy potatoes, savory kielbasa, and melted cheese cooked in a crockpot.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 hours hrs

Total Time 8 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 6 servings

Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 pound kielbasa, sliced
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 small onion, diced
• to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions

 

Preparation

• In a crockpot, layer the diced potatoes at the bottom.
• Add the sliced kielbasa on top of the potatoes.
• In a separate bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup, shredded cheddar cheese, milk, diced onion, salt, and pepper.
• Pour the soup mixture over the potatoes and kielbasa in the crockpot.
• Stir gently to combine the ingredients.

Cooking

• Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the potatoes are tender.

Serving

• Serve warm, enjoying the cheesy and smoky flavors.

Notes

For extra flavor, add garlic powder or herbs like thyme or rosemary. For crunch, consider adding crushed potato chips on top just before serving. Ensure potatoes are cut into even-sized pieces for even cooking. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or stovetop.

Keyword Cheesy Potatoes, comfort food, Crockpot Recipes, easy dinner, Kielbasa Dish

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