Slow Cooker Kielbasa and Hashbrown Casserole

 

A simple, satisfying dump meal that’s perfect for busy days—minimal effort, maximum comfort.

Ingredients:

• 1 package kielbasa or smoked sausage (such as Eckrich), cut into bite-sized chunks

• 1 (32 oz) bag frozen hashbrowns

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

• ½ cup sour cream

• ½ cup milk

• 1 (10 oz) can cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Minced garlic and onion powder (optional)

• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)

Instructions:

1. Prep the slow cooker — Grease the inside or use a crockpot liner for easy cleanup.

2. Layer the ingredients — Add the sliced sausage, frozen hashbrowns, diced onion, and 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese to the slow cooker.

3. Make the sauce — In a separate bowl, whisk together the soup, milk, sour cream, and seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder).

4. Combine — Pour the sauce over the ingredients in the slow cooker and stir well to coat everything evenly.

5. Top with cheese — Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese over the top.

6. Cook — Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until hot and bubbly.

7. Serve — Enjoy with a side salad, roasted veggies, or Texas garlic toast for a complete meal.

Tips & Variations:

• Switch up the protein — Try smoked sausage, andouille, or even cooked chicken.

• Add veggies — Stir in frozen peas, bell peppers, or spinach for extra color and nutrition.

• Make it extra creamy — Stir in a little more sour cream or cheese near the end of cooking.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
This all-in-one slow cooker meal is hearty, budget-friendly, and incredibly easy to throw together. Packed with creamy, cheesy goodness, savory sausage, and crispy-on-the-inside hashbrowns, it’s the ultimate comfort food for family dinners or meal prep.