Sauerkraut and Kielbasa Crock Pot
Savor the hearty and comforting flavors of this easy-to-make Sauerkraut and Kielbasa Crock Pot recipe, a soul-warming dish perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Featuring smoky kielbasa, tangy sauerkraut, tender potatoes (optional), and a touch of caraway seeds and brown sugar, this slow cooker classic delivers a perfectly balanced blend of savory and slightly sweet notes. A cup of chicken broth ensures every bite is infused with rich, mouthwatering flavor, while the crock pot does all the hard work, simmering these ingredients to perfection over hours. Serve this crowd-pleasing meal on its own or pair it with rye bread or mustard for a truly authentic touch. With minimal prep time and big flavor payoff, this family-friendly dish is destined to become a favorite comfort food! Keywords: sauerkraut and kielbasa crock pot, slow cooker recipes, easy kielbasa recipes, hearty comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Kielbasa (smoked sausage)
- 32 ounces Sauerkraut (drained and rinsed)
- 1 large Yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Caraway seeds
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 4 medium Potatoes (optional, peeled and quartered)
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Butter
Instructions
Start by preparing the kielbasa. Slice the kielbasa into 1-inch thick rounds.
In the crock pot, add the drained and rinsed sauerkraut as the base layer.
Layer the sliced yellow onion and minced garlic on top of the sauerkraut.
If using potatoes, arrange the peeled and quartered potatoes over the onions.
Sprinkle caraway seeds, brown sugar, and black pepper evenly over the ingredients in the crock pot.
Pour chicken broth over the mixture to help create a flavorful base as it cooks.
Distribute the sliced kielbasa evenly over the top of the layered ingredients.
Cut the butter into small cubes and distribute them over the top of the kielbasa.
Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, or until the potatoes (if using) are tender and the flavors are well combined.
Once cooked, stir the mixture gently to combine and serve warm. Enjoy with a slice of rye bread or a dollop of mustard on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 249.1 g | 319% | |
| Saturated Fat | 98.2 g | 491% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 493 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 13996 mg | 609% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 207.9 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.3 g | 144% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.5 g | ||
| Protein | 122.8 g | 246% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 653 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 26.4 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 6470 mg | 138% | |
*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.
