If you’re in the mood for something cozy, filling, and incredibly easy, this Cheesy Sausage & Hashbrown Casserole is one of those no-fuss slow cooker recipes you’ll want to save. It’s creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavorand best of all, it’s a true dump-and-go meal. You don’t even have to thaw the hashbrowns. Just layer everything in the crockpot, turn it on, and come back to a comforting, hot dinner ready to serve.
This is the kind of recipe that works for busy weeknights, lazy Sundays, or even a hearty brunch. It’s a crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults. The smoked sausage adds that bold, savory bite while the hashbrowns and cheddar cheese make it pure comfort in every spoonful.
Ingredients
1 (14 oz) package Kielbasa or smoked sausage, sliced into chunks
1 (32 oz) bag frozen hashbrowns
1 small onion, diced
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup sour cream
½ cup milk
1 (10 oz) can cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
½ teaspoon minced garlic (more if you love garlic)
½ teaspoon onion powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste
½ cup extra shredded cheddar (for topping)
Instructions
Prepare the casserole:
Start by greasing your slow cooker or lining it with a crockpot liner for easier cleanup.
Add the sausage, hashbrowns, diced onion, and 2 cups of cheddar cheese to the crockpot.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soup, milk, sour cream, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper until it’s smooth and creamy.
Pour the mixture over the ingredients in the crockpot. Give everything a good stir to make sure it’s well coated.
Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
Cook:
Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the hashbrowns are soft and everything is hot and bubbling with cheesy goodness.
Serve:
Scoop it into bowls or onto plates and pair with a side salad, roasted green beans, or thick slices of Texas toast. It’s a warm, filling meal that doesn’t need much else.
This cheesy hashbrown and sausage casserole is the kind of recipe that keeps bellies full and cleanup minimal. It’s one of those dishes you’ll find yourself turning to again and again, especially when time is short and appetites are big.
