Description
This Kielbasa Sausage Cheesy Potato Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish featuring browned kielbasa sausage, tender hash brown potatoes, and a rich, cheesy sauce. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or make-ahead meal, this casserole bakes to golden, bubbly perfection and can be garnished with fresh herbs for a pop of color and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage
- 1 (14 oz) package kielbasa sausage, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
Potatoes and Dairy
- 1 (32 oz) bag frozen diced hash brown potatoes, thawed
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Seasonings
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
- Chopped green onions or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Cook Kielbasa: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sliced kielbasa for 5–6 minutes until nicely browned and flavorful. This step develops wonderful caramelized flavor in the sausage.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the thawed hash browns, cooked kielbasa, shredded cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is uniform.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly for consistent cooking. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top to add richness and encourage a golden crust.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes. Bake until the casserole is hot and bubbly, with golden brown edges indicating it’s perfectly cooked.
- Rest and Garnish: Allow the casserole to sit for 5–10 minutes after baking to set up and cool slightly for easier serving. Add optional chopped green onions or parsley on top for extra freshness and color before serving.
Notes
- You can swap cream of chicken soup for cream of mushroom soup to vary the flavor profile.
- Using pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar adds a spicy kick to the casserole.
- This dish works great as a make-ahead meal—assemble it and refrigerate until ready to bake.
