Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Sausage Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe
This easy, comforting casserole is packed with smoky sausage, tender potatoes, and creamy melted cheese—perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks. Simply layer the ingredients, let the slow cooker do the work, and enjoy a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours (Low) or 3–4 hours (High)
- Total Time: 3 minute
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced
- 1 bag (32 oz/900g) frozen diced hash brown potatoes
- 1 can (10.5 oz/300g) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup (240g) sour cream
- 2 cups (200g) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- ½ cup (50g) chopped onion
- ¼ cup (60ml) milk
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional garnish: Fresh parsley or green onions
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients:
- Slice sausage into bite-sized pieces.
- Dice onion (if using fresh).
- Mix Sauce:
- In a large bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, 1½ cups cheese, onion, salt, and pepper.
- Layer in Slow Cooker:
- Lightly grease the slow cooker with nonstick spray.
- Layer half the hash browns, then half the sausage, and half the sauce. Repeat layers.
- Gently stir to mix slightly (avoid overmixing).
- Cook:
- Cover & cook on LOW 6–8 hours or HIGH 3–4 hours, until potatoes are tender.
- Add Cheese Topping:
- 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle remaining ½ cup cheese on top. Cover until melted.
- Serve:
- Garnish with parsley or green onions. Enjoy hot!
Notes
✔ Protein Swap: Try ground beef, turkey, or diced chicken.
✔ Extra Veggies: Add peas, bell peppers, or spinach for nutrition.
✔ Spicy Kick: Use hot sausage or add cayenne pepper.
✔ Crispy Top: Broil in the oven (transfer to a baking dish) for 3–5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Calories: 400 kcal per serving
- Fat: 26g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g