Kielbasa Sausage Cheesy Potato Casserole
A comforting casserole combining smoked sausage, creamy potatoes, and gooey cheese, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Polish
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) 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)
- 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 topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1 ½ cups of cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika in a bowl.
- Add the thawed diced hash brown potatoes to the creamy mixture, folding to coat.
- Incorporate the sliced kielbasa sausage, mixing well.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Cheesy topping: Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese, then combine melted butter with crushed cornflakes or Ritz crackers and sprinkle on top.
- Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure hash browns are fully thawed for better texture. Consider variations for dietary preferences.