Clicky
health meal, low carbs meals, keto meal
All Recipes

Slow Cooker Kielbasa with Sauerkraut and Potatoes

This Slow Cooker Kielbasa with Sauerkraut and Potatoes is a classic comfort dish with rich, savory flavors. The smoky kielbasa, tender potatoes, and tangy sauerkraut come together beautifully, creating a hearty and easy meal perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Let your slow cooker do all the work, and enjoy a delicious, fuss-free meal at the end of the day.

Table of Contents

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs kielbasa, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 1/2 lbs baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 jar (32 oz) sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Slow Cooker

  1. In a large slow cooker, add the drained and rinsed sauerkraut, spreading it evenly on the bottom.
  2. Layer the halved baby potatoes and sliced onion over the sauerkraut.

Step 2: Add Kielbasa and Seasonings

  1. Place the sliced kielbasa on top of the potatoes and onions.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the Dijon mustard, caraway seeds (if using), black pepper, and smoked paprika. Drizzle the mixture over the kielbasa, potatoes, and sauerkraut.

Step 3: Add Liquid and Cook

  1. Pour the chicken broth evenly over all the ingredients.
  2. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.

Step 4: Serve

  1. Once cooked, stir gently to combine the flavors.
  2. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
  3. Serve warm and enjoy the hearty, comforting flavors.

Cooking Tips & Notes

  • Rinse the Sauerkraut: Rinsing the sauerkraut helps to reduce some of the sourness, but if you like a stronger flavor, you can skip this step.
  • Kielbasa: Feel free to use smoked sausage or even a combination of kielbasa and bratwurst for a different flavor profile.
  • Potatoes: Baby potatoes work best for this recipe, but you can also use Yukon Gold or red potatoes cut into chunks.

Variations

  • Add Vegetables: Add sliced bell peppers, carrots, or celery for extra flavor and nutrition.
  • Beer Substitute: Replace the chicken broth with a light beer for added depth of flavor and a traditional touch.
  • Spicy Kick: Add 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes if you prefer a bit of heat in your dish.
  • Apples and Carrots: Add sliced apples and carrots for a sweet and savory twist on this classic dish.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I Make This Dish Ahead of Time?

Yes! You can prepare all the ingredients in the slow cooker insert, cover it, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, simply place the insert into the slow cooker and start cooking.

2. How Do I Store Leftovers?

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or in the microwave until warmed through.

WANT TO SAVE THIS RECIPE?

Enter your email below & we'll send it straight to your inbox.

Plus you'll get great new recipes from us every week!

3. Can I Use Fresh Sauerkraut Instead of Jarred?

Absolutely! You can use fresh sauerkraut from the deli or a farmer’s market. Just be sure to drain it well before using.

4. What Should I Serve with Kielbasa, Sauerkraut, and Potatoes?

This dish is quite filling on its own, but it pairs well with a side of crusty bread, a green salad, or even a dollop of sour cream for added richness.

Slow Cooker Kielbasa with Sauerkraut and Potatoes is a comforting, easy-to-make dish that’s packed with flavor. The combination of smoky sausage, tangy sauerkraut, and tender potatoes makes it a perfect meal for any occasion. With minimal prep and the slow cooker doing all the work, this dish is ideal for busy days when you want a hearty, home-cooked meal without much effort. Give this recipe a try and enjoy the cozy comfort of this classic combination!

WANT TO SAVE THIS RECIPE?

Enter your email below & we'll send it straight to your inbox.

Plus you'll get great new recipes from us every week!

 

12,672 Comments

  1. Will be back, that is the simplest way to say it, and a quick visit to strategybuilder reinforced the decision, this site has earned a spot in my regular rotation alongside a few other reliable places I check when I want something genuinely informative without all the usual modern web noise getting in the way.

  2. Once I trust a site this much I tend to read everything they publish and that is the trajectory I am on with this one, and a stop at beechcell confirmed the trajectory, the rare progression from interested reader to comprehensive reader is something only certain sites earn and this one is earning that progression rapidly.

  3. Liked how the writer used real examples instead of theoretical ones to make the points stick, and a stop at venqaro added even more concrete examples, this is the kind of practical approach that respects readers who actually want to apply what they learn rather than just nodding along passively without doing anything useful.

  4. Reading this prompted a brief but useful conversation with a colleague who happened to walk by, and a stop at grobuff extended that conversational seed, content that becomes a starting point for in person discussion rather than ending in solitary reading is content with social generative energy and this site has plenty of it apparently.

  5. Слушайте кто ремонт затеял Планировал объединить кухню с гостиной А тут оказывается столько бумаг Нервов просто не осталось Короче, ребята реально толковые — услуги по перепланировке квартир под ключ Всё за месяц закрыли В общем, жмите чтобы не потерять — согласование перепланировки квартиры цена согласование перепланировки квартиры цена Потом себе дороже выйдет Перешлите тому кто тоже ремонт затеял

  6. Picked up two new ideas that I expect will come up in conversations this week, and a look at venqaro added another, content that arms me with talking points rather than just filling time is the kind that provides ongoing value beyond the moment of reading and this site is generating that kind of ongoing value.

  7. Started reading without much expectation and ended on a high note, and a look at grobuff continued that arc, content that builds rather than peaks early is a sign of a writer who knows how to structure a piece for sustained reader engagement rather than relying on a strong hook to do all the work.

  8. Worth pointing out that the writing reads as confident without being defensive about it, and a look at beechcell extended that secure tone, content that does not pre emptively argue against imagined critics has a different quality from defensive writing and this site reads as written from a place of real ease.

  9. Picked up two new ideas that I expect will come up in conversations this week, and a look at quiverllama added another, content that arms me with talking points rather than just filling time is the kind that provides ongoing value beyond the moment of reading and this site is generating that kind of ongoing value.

  10. Decided to set aside time later to read more carefully, and a stop at llamapatio reinforced that decision, content that earns a calendar entry rather than just a passing read is in a different tier altogether and this site is clearly working at that elevated level which I really do appreciate as a reader today.

  11. Now considering whether the post would translate well into a different form, and a look at quiverllama suggested similar versatility, content that could move into other media without losing its substance is content that has been built around ideas rather than around format and this site reads as idea first throughout posts.

  12. Just nice to read something that does not feel like it was assembled from a content brief, and a stop at kelqiro kept that handcrafted feel going, you can tell when a real human with real understanding is behind the words versus a templated piece churned out for an algorithm to find.

  13. Glad the writer did not feel compelled to cover every possible angle of the topic, focus is a virtue, and a stop at llamapatio reflected the same disciplined scope, knowing what to leave out is half of what makes good writing good and this post has clearly been edited with that principle in mind.

  14. Quietly impressive in a way that does not announce itself, and a stop at kelqiro extended that quiet impressiveness, the kind of quality that emerges through sustained attention rather than first impressions is the kind I trust more deeply and this site has been earning that deeper trust across multiple sessions over time consistently.

  15. Probably worth setting aside a longer block to read more carefully than I can right now, and a stop at claritymomentum confirmed the longer block plan, the impulse to schedule dedicated time for a sites archive is itself a measure of trust and this site has earned that scheduling impulse from me clearly today actually.

  16. Glad I stumbled across this post, the explanations actually make sense without needing background knowledge to follow along, and after a stop at claritymomentum the same was true there, no assumptions about the reader just clear writing that anyone can understand from the first line right through to the end.

  17. Honestly enjoyed every minute spent here, that is not something I say lightly, and a look at pastrylevee confirmed I will be back, the bar for spending time online is high for me these days but this site clears it without effort which is high praise indeed from this reader who is usually rather demanding.

  18. Thanks for the breakdown, it gave me a clearer picture of something I had been confused about for a while now, and a stop at pastrylevee closed the remaining gaps in my understanding nicely, no need to hunt around twenty other articles to put the pieces together which is a real time saver.

  19. Came away with a small but real shift in perspective on the topic, and a stop at rampantpilot pushed that shift a bit further, the kind of subtle reframing that good writing does to a reader without making a big deal of it is something I always appreciate when it happens which is sadly not that often.

  20. Worth flagging this site to a few specific friends who would appreciate the editorial sensibility, and a look at rampantpilot added more pages I will mention to them, recommending sites to specific people requires understanding both the site and the person and this site is making those personalised recommendations easy and natural for me.

  21. Люди помогите советом Хотел стену снести между комнатами Штрафы огромные если без согласования Я уже голову сломал Короче, ребята реально толковые — услуги по перепланировке квартир под ключ И чертежи сделали В общем, там и примеры и расценки — согласование перепланировки квартиры в москве согласование перепланировки квартиры в москве Не начинайте без проекта Перешлите тому кто тоже ремонт затеял

  22. Люди помогите советом Решил санузел немного расширить Штрафы огромные если без согласования Я уже голову сломал Короче, нашел наконец нормальных специалистов — перепланировка квартир с полным пакетом документов И чертежи сделали В общем, смотрите сами по ссылке — реконструкция квартиры https://pereplanirovka-kvartir-vhj.ru Потом себе дороже выйдет Перешлите тому кто тоже ремонт затеял

  23. Generally I am cautious about recommending sites on first encounter but this one warrants the exception, and a look at zirqano reinforced the exception making, the rare site that justifies breaking my normal cautious approach is the rare site worth flagging early and this one has prompted exactly that early flagging response from me.

  24. Took the time to read every paragraph rather than skimming for the punchline, and a quick visit to zirqano earned the same careful attention from me, that is the highest signal I can give about content quality because my default mode is rapid scanning rather than deliberate reading on most pages.

  25. Came here from another site and ended up exploring much further than I planned, and a look at hekblade only encouraged more exploration, the kind of place where one click leads to another not through manipulative design but through genuinely interesting content is rare and worth highlighting when found like this somewhere on the open internet.

  26. The use of plain language without dumbing down the topic was really well done, and a look at hekblade continued in that same accessible style, this is something many technical writers fail at because they either confuse their readers or condescend to them but here neither problem appears at all which is impressive really.

  27. Started smiling at one paragraph because the writing was just nice, and a look at directionalsystems produced a couple more such moments, prose that produces small spontaneous reactions in the reader is doing more than just transferring information and the writers here are clearly hitting that level fairly consistently throughout pieces.

  28. Reading this in the gap between work projects was a small but meaningful break, and a stop at directionalsystems extended that gentle reset, content that provides genuine refreshment rather than just distraction during work breaks is content with a particular kind of utility and this site fits that role for me reliably during work days.

  29. Really thankful for posts that respect a reader’s time, this one does, and a quick look at kilzavo was the same, no need to scroll through endless intros just to get to the actual content, that approach alone is enough reason to come back here regularly for the kind of writing offered.

  30. Nice to see a post that does not try to overcomplicate the basics for the sake of looking smart, and once I looked at logicllama the same direct tone was there too, which honestly makes a difference when you are short on time and want answers without long pointless intros.

  31. Picked up several practical tips that I plan to try out this week, and a look at kilzavo added a few more I will be testing alongside, content with practical hooks that connect to my actual life is the kind that earns my repeat attention rather than the merely interesting that I forget within a day.

  32. Now feeling mildly impressed in a way I do not quite remember feeling about a blog in a while, and a stop at logicllama extended that mild impression, content that produces specific positive emotional responses rather than just neutral information transfer is content with extra dimensions and this site has those extra dimensions clearly.

  33. Clean writing, easy to read, and never tries too hard to impress, that combination is harder to find than people think, and after my time on patioleaf I am sure this site treats its readers well, no flashy tricks just useful content done right which is honestly all I want online.

  34. If quality blog writing is dying as people sometimes claim then this site is one piece of evidence that it has not died yet, and a look at patioleaf extended that evidence, the broader cultural question about online writing has empirical answers in specific sites and this one is contributing to a more optimistic answer overall.

  35. Thanks for not padding this with the usual filler intros and outros that every other blog seems to require, and a quick visit to directionalintelligence continued that lean approach across more posts, content stripped of waste is content that respects you and I will always come back to that kind of approach.

  36. Reading this between two meetings turned out to be the highlight of the morning, and a stop at directionalintelligence continued that highlight quality, content that outshines the structured parts of a working day is doing something well beyond ordinary and this site has produced multiple such highlights for me already this week alone.

  37. Coming back to this one, definitely, and a quick visit to realmmercy only made me more sure of that, the kind of writing that makes you want to set aside time later rather than rushing through it now while distracted by everything else competing for attention on the screen today across so many tabs.

  38. Genuine pleasure to read, and that is not something I say often after a casual click through, and a quick visit to realmmercy kept the same feeling going across the rest of the site, finding writing that actually feels good to spend time with rather than just functional is increasingly rare on the open web.

  39. Ребята всем привет Замучился я с перепланировкой Штрафы огромные если без согласования Я уже голову сломал Короче, единственные кто берётся за всё — перепланировка квартиры под ключ в Москве с гарантией И чертежи сделали В общем, жмите чтобы не потерять — согласование перепланировки квартир https://pereplanirovka-kvartir-vhj.ru Не начинайте без проекта Перешлите тому кто тоже ремонт затеял

  40. Glad the writer did not feel the need to argue with imaginary critics in the post itself, and a stop at presslatte kept the same focused approach going, defensive writing wastes the reader time and confidence on positions that did not need defending and this post has clearly avoided that common failure.

  41. Reading this confirmed a small detail I had been uncertain about, and a stop at presslatte provided the source for further checking, content that supports verification through citations or links rather than just asserting facts is more trustworthy and this site has clearly built its credibility through that kind of verifiable approach consistently.

  42. Люди подскажите Замучился я уже с этим согласованием Уже знакомые налетели на миллион Потратил уйму времени Короче, нашел наконец нормальную контору — проект перепланировки с согласованием в Москве И техзаключение сделали В общем, жмите чтобы не потерять — проект перепланировки квартиры проект перепланировки квартиры Не начинайте без проекта Перешлите тому кто ремонт затеял

  43. Thanks for putting in the work to make this approachable, plenty of sites cover the same ground but most do it badly, and a quick visit to directioncrafting confirmed this one stands apart, simple language and useful examples without anyone trying to sell me anything along the way which I really appreciated.

  44. A piece that ended with a clean landing rather than fading out, and a look at directioncrafting maintained the same crisp conclusions, endings that resolve rather than dissolve are a sign of careful structural thinking and this site has clearly invested in how its pieces conclude rather than letting them simply run out of energy.

  45. More substantial than most of what I find searching for this topic online, and a stop at zirqiro kept that quality consistent, this is one of those sites where the writing actually rewards careful reading rather than punishing the patient reader with empty filler stretched out across long paragraphs that say very little.

  46. Felt the writer respected the topic without being precious about it, and a look at zirqiro continued that respectful but unfussy treatment, finding the right register for serious topics is hard and this site has clearly figured out how to take the topic seriously while still being readable for casual visitors regularly.

  47. Worth recognising the absence of the usual blog tropes here, and a look at rabbitmaple continued that fresh quality, sites that avoid the standard moves of the medium read as more original even when the content is on familiar topics and this one has clearly chosen its own path through the conventional terrain skilfully.

  48. A clean read with no irritations, and a look at kinmuzo continued that frictionless quality, the absence of small irritations is something I notice only when present elsewhere and this site is one of the rare places where everything just works and lets me focus on the substance rather than fighting the format.

  49. Solid recommendation from me to anyone working in the area, the perspective here is grounded, and a look at rabbitmaple adds even more useful angles, the kind of site that becomes a reference rather than just a one time read which is a higher bar than most blogs ever reach today on the modern web.

  50. Genuinely glad I clicked through to read this rather than skipping past, and a stop at kinmuzo confirmed I should keep clicking through to more pages here, the kind of resource that justifies its place in my browser history rather than feeling like wasted time which is the highest compliment I offer any site online today.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *