Description
Slow Cooker Sausage and Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort food dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners. This easy-to-make, one-pot meal combines savory sausage, tender potatoes, and a creamy, cheesy sauce for a satisfying and flavorful dish that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pound smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced into rounds
- 4 cup diced potatoes or 1 (32 ounce) bag frozen diced hash browns
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 ounce) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the sausage and dice the onion and potatoes (if using fresh).
2. Layer in the Slow Cooker: In a greased slow cooker, layer the potatoes, sausage, and onion.
3. Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk, sour cream, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pour the sauce over the layered ingredients.
4. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
5. Add the Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with dried parsley, if desired, and serve the Slow Cooker Sausage and Potato Casserole warm.
Notes
For best results, be sure to grease the slow cooker before layering the ingredients to prevent sticking. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together perfectly, resulting in a comforting and satisfying dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 1200 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams