Kielbasa Sausage Cheesy Potato Casserole
A comforting casserole combining smoky kielbasa, creamy potatoes, and gooey cheddar cheese, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb smoked kielbasa sausage, sliced into ½-inch pieces
- 1 bag (32 oz / 900 g) frozen diced hash brown potatoes, thawed
- 1 can (10.5 oz / 295 g) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided) 1 ½ cups for the mixture, ½ cup for topping
- ½ cup chopped green onions (or white onion sautéed)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1 cup crushed cornflakes or Ritz crackers (optional for topping)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1 ½ cups of cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika. Stir until smooth.
- Add the thawed hash brown potatoes to the creamy mixture, stirring until each piece is coated.
- Gently fold in the sliced kielbasa sausage until evenly distributed.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
- Mix the melted butter with crushed cornflakes or Ritz crackers and scatter over the cheese layer.
Baking
- Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Let the casserole sit for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to substitute kielbasa with turkey sausage or add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for a lighter dish. This casserole also stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be frozen for up to 2 months.