Cheesy Kielbasa Hashbrown Casserole (Dump Meal)
This Cheesy Kielbasa Hashbrown Casserole is a budget-friendly, hearty dish that’s perfect for feeding a crowd. Packed with savory kielbasa, crispy hashbrowns, and melty cheddar cheese, it’s the ultimate comfort meal that’s easy to prepare in a slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3–6 hours
- Total Time: 3–6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (32 oz) bag of frozen hashbrowns
- 1 kielbasa sausage, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 (10 oz) can cream of mushroom or chicken soup
- Optional Seasonings: Salt, pepper, minced garlic, onion powder
Instructions
- Prep the Base: In a greased slow cooker, layer the diced kielbasa, frozen hashbrowns, onion, and 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the soup, milk, and sour cream. Stir in your preferred seasonings like salt, pepper, garlic, and onion powder for extra flavor.
- Combine: Pour the sauce mixture over the ingredients in the slow cooker, ensuring everything is evenly coated. Sprinkle an additional 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese on top.
- Cook:
- Low: 6 hours
- High: 3-4 hours
- Serve: Spoon onto plates and pair with a fresh salad or roasted veggies for a balanced meal. For an indulgent touch, serve with Texas garlic toast.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for easy reheating.
- Adjust the seasonings to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400kcal
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg