Oven-Baked Pierogi Kielbasa Casserole

If you’re craving a cozy, family-friendly dinner that comes together with very little prep, this Oven-Baked Pierogi Kielbasa Casserole is a winner. Frozen cheese pierogies, smoky kielbasa, a creamy cheese sauce, and a golden, bubbly topping make every bite rich and comforting.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 40–45 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 (16-ounce) packages frozen cheddar or potato-and-cheese pierogies
• 14 ounces kielbasa, sliced into ½-inch rounds
• 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
• ½ cup milk
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, sour cream, soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth.
3. Stir in 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
4. Add the frozen pierogies and sliced kielbasa. Gently toss until everything is coated in the creamy mixture.
5. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
6. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
7. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
8. Remove the foil and bake for another 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, golden brown, and bubbling.
9. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Tips

• Brown the kielbasa in a skillet for 3–4 minutes before baking for extra smoky flavor.
• Add sautéed onions, mushrooms, or spinach for more texture and flavor.
• A blend of cheddar and mozzarella creates an extra gooey cheese topping.
• Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat beautifully.

Serving Ideas

This casserole pairs well with:

• Steamed green beans
• Roasted broccoli
• A crisp garden salad
• Buttered cabbage
• Warm crusty bread

This hearty casserole is creamy, cheesy, and packed with smoky kielbasa, making it a perfect weeknight comfort meal or a crowd-pleasing dish for potlucks and family gatherings.

Oven-Baked Pierogi Kielbasa Casserole

This hearty casserole combines frozen cheese pierogies, smoky kielbasa, and a creamy cheese sauce, baked to perfection for a cozy family dinner.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 360

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main ingredients

• 2 16-ounce packages frozen cheddar or potato-and-cheese pierogies
• 14 ounces kielbasa, sliced into ½-inch rounds

Cheese Sauce

• 1 8-ounce block cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
• ½ cup milk
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided

Garnish (optional)

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Optional garnish for serving

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, sour cream, soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth.
3. Stir in 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
4. Add the frozen pierogies and sliced kielbasa. Gently toss until everything is coated in the creamy mixture.
5. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
6. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.

Baking

1. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
2. Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, golden brown, and bubbling.
3. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Brown the kielbasa in a skillet for 3-4 minutes before baking for extra smoky flavor. Add sautéed onions, mushrooms, or spinach for more texture and flavor. A blend of cheddar and mozzarella creates an extra gooey cheese topping. Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat beautifully.