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Kielbasa and Pierogi Bake
Zahra

Kielbasa and Pierogi Bake

This Kielbasa and Pierogi Bake combines smoky sausage, cheesy pierogies, caramelized onions, and creamy sauce topped with melted cheddar. An easy one-dish Eastern European-inspired meal perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Eastern European, Polish
Calories: 460

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz frozen potato and cheese pierogies 1 package, do not thaw
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 14 oz kielbasa sausage sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup cream cheese softened
  • 0.25 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika optional
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Aluminum foil
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat and prepare: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Caramelize onions: Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onion and sauté 5-7 minutes until softened and golden brown.
  3. Brown kielbasa: Add sliced kielbasa to skillet and cook 4-5 minutes until lightly browned. Remove from heat.
  4. Make sauce: In large bowl, whisk together sour cream, cream cheese, milk, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika until smooth.
  5. Assemble: Place frozen pierogies in prepared baking dish. Pour sauce over and toss to coat. Add cooked onions and kielbasa on top, mixing slightly to distribute.
  6. Add cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over top.
  7. Bake covered: Cover dish with foil and bake 20 minutes.
  8. Finish baking: Remove foil and bake another 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Serve: Let rest 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Don't thaw pierogies: Use them frozen straight from the package
  • Cream cheese: Must be softened for smooth sauce
  • Cover tightly: Foil traps moisture to cook pierogies
  • Make ahead: Assemble up to 24 hours ahead, refrigerate, and bake when ready
  • Freezer friendly: Freeze unbaked for up to 2 months
  • Variations: Try different pierogi flavors or add vegetables