Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes & Beef Kielbasa
Creamy, cheesy, and packed with smoky beef kielbasa, this easy crockpot dinner combines tender potatoes, cheddar cheese, sour cream, and onion for a comforting family meal.Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 5–6 hours on LOW or 2½–3½ hours on HIGHTotal Time: About 5 hours 15 minutesCourse: Main DishMethod: Slow CookerCuisine: AmericanServings: 6–8 servingsIngredients24 ounces baby potatoes, quartered2 packages (14 ounces each) beef kielbasa, sliced2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup sour cream1 medium onion, choppedSalt, to tasteBlack pepper, to tasteOptional: Use about 28 ounces frozen Potatoes O’Brien instead of fresh baby potatoes.InstructionsWash the baby potatoes and cut them into evenly sized quarters.Add the potatoes to the bottom of your crockpot.Arrange the sliced beef kielbasa over the potatoes.Add the chopped onion, then season lightly with salt and black pepper.Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 2½–3½ hours, until the potatoes are fork-tender.Once the potatoes are cooked, gently stir in the sour cream.Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture and stir gently until the cheese is melted and everything is creamy.Taste and adjust the salt and pepper if needed.Serve warm and enjoy.TipsCut your potatoes into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly.Freshly shredded cheddar melts especially well.Add the cheese and sour cream near the end for a creamier texture.Avoid opening the crockpot too often while it cooks.For extra flavor, add garlic powder, smoked paprika, or chopped chives.Optional Add-InsBell peppersBroccoliMushroomsCornGreen beansPepper Jack cheeseRed pepper flakesFresh parsleyStorageStore leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat in the microwave, oven, or on the stovetop until hot throughout.Serving SuggestionServe your Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes & Beef Kielbasa with roasted broccoli, green beans, a fresh garden salad, dinner rolls, or garlic bread for an easy and satisfying meal.