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Kielbasa Sausage Cheesy Potato Casserole

A hearty and comforting casserole made with kielbasa sausage, cheesy potatoes, and a crunchy topping, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb smoked kielbasa sausage, sliced into ½-inch pieces Turkey sausage can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 bag (32 oz) frozen diced hash brown potatoes, thawed
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom) Can substitute based on preference.
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided) 1.5 cups in the mixture, 0.5 cups for topping.
  • ½ cup chopped green onions (or white onion sautéed) Use sautéed for a sweeter flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 1 cup crushed cornflakes or Ritz crackers (optional) For topping, adds crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until smooth.
  4. Stir in the thawed hash brown potatoes until evenly coated.
  5. Fold in the sliced kielbasa sausage until mixed well.
  6. Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese on top.
  8. For a crunchy topping, mix melted butter with crushed cornflakes or Ritz crackers and sprinkle over the casserole.
Baking
  1. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes until bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
  2. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serving suggestions include pairing with a crisp green salad or crusty bread. Variations can include using different types of cheese.