Crockpot Polish Sausage, Sauerkraut, and Potatoes

Crockpot Polish Sausage, Sauerkraut, and Potatoes

Winter has clearly arrived. It is in full force here and I think the high today is around five degrees Fahrenheit. One can never have enough great slow cooker recipes for days like this.

Slow Cooker Sausage Sauerkraut and Potatoes is a two step slow cooker recipe as the sausage needs to be added to the cooker after about three hours or it will cook too long and dry out.

This delicious easy recipe combines chicken smoked sausage, potatoes, onions, carrots and sauerkraut in a sweetened honey mustard chicken broth. The sweetness cooks in it all day. It is the perfect winter meal that is full of hearty good for you food.

Have you tried any of my other slow cooker recipes? Crock Pot Beef Stew for Two, Crock Pot Chuck Roast and Vegetables and Crock Pot Pork and Noodles are just a few friend and family favorites.

This Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup from Spend with Pennies is scrumptious! We also love this Slow Cooker Turkey Chili from Baking Beauty.

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Enjoy this meal.

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Polish Sausage, Sauerkraut, and Potatoes cooked in a crockpot:

Crockpot Polish Sausage, Sauerkraut, and Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs Polish sausage (kielbasa), sliced into 1-inch pieces
• 1.5 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1 can (about 16 ounces) sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard (optional, for serving)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:
   • Slice the Polish sausage into 1-inch pieces.
   • Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks.
   • Thinly slice the onion and mince the garlic.
2. Layer Ingredients in the Crockpot:
   • In the crockpot, layer the sliced sausage, potato chunks, sliced onion, and drained sauerkraut.
3. Add Seasonings:
   • Sprinkle minced garlic, caraway seeds (if using), dried thyme, and black pepper over the ingredients.
4. Pour in Broth:
   • Pour the chicken or vegetable broth over the ingredients in the crockpot. This will add moisture and flavor to the dish.
5. Cook in the Crockpot:
   • Cover and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or until the potatoes are tender. You can also cook it on high for 3-4 hours if you’re short on time.
6. Serve:
   • Once cooked, stir gently to combine the ingredients.
   • Serve the Polish sausage, sauerkraut, and potatoes hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
   • Optionally, serve with Dijon mustard on the side for extra flavor.

This slow-cooked dish is a hearty and comforting meal with the rich flavors of Polish sausage, savory sauerkraut, and tender potatoes. It’s perfect for an easy and satisfying dinner.