Crock Pot Kahuna Kielbasa
Dive into a tropical fusion of savory and sweet with Crock Pot Kahuna Kielbasa, a low-effort, high-reward dish that bursts with bold Hawaiian-inspired flavors. Succulent kielbasa sausage is slow-cooked to perfection in a luscious medley of sweet pineapple chunks, tangy barbecue sauce, rich brown sugar, and a touch of umami from soy sauce. Infused with hints of garlic and onion, this easy crock pot recipe transforms simple ingredients into a crowd-pleasing delight. With just 10 minutes of prep time and the hands-off convenience of slow cooking, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining. Serve it over fluffy white rice or alongside steamed vegetables for a complete meal that's both comforting and exotic. Keywords: Crock Pot Kielbasa, Hawaiian Kielbasa recipe, slow cooker meals, sweet and savory sausage dish, easy dinner recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound kielbasa sausage
- 20 ounces pineapple chunks (canned, with juice)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons onion powder
Instructions
Slice the kielbasa into 1/2-inch thick rounds and set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the pineapple chunks with their juice, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir well to mix all ingredients thoroughly.
Place the sliced kielbasa into the bottom of the Crock Pot.
Pour the pineapple and sauce mixture evenly over the kielbasa.
Cover the Crock Pot with the lid and set it to cook on LOW for 4 hours, stirring halfway through to evenly coat the kielbasa.
Once done, give the dish a final stir and serve hot. This dish pairs wonderfully with cooked rice or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1914 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.3 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.5 g | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 214 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 7182 mg | 312% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.7 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 178.1 g | ||
| Protein | 44.9 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 289 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2266 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
