Kielbasa And Sauerkraut Recipe (EASY!)

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This slow cooker kielbasa and sauerkraut recipe is the dinner to make when you only have a few minutes to prep. It’s delicious, filling, and an easy and healthy slow cooker meal that you can just dump and go. If sauerkraut isn’t your thing, try Crock-Pot sausage and peppers instead!

I’m so excited to partner with Garrett Valley Farms on another recipe. Their sausages are made with high-quality ingredients and are so incredibly delicious!

Just like my fried cabbage and sausage recipe, the smoked kielbasa I use here comes from Garrett Valley Farms. I love their sausages because they are made from premium cuts of pork that are raised humanely and never given antibiotics. It’s smoked over hardwood and seasoned with real spices. And it makes this easy kielbasa and sauerkraut recipe the BEST!

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How To Make Kielbasa And Sauerkraut In A Crock Pot

Layer kielbasa. Place Garrett Valley Farms Smoked Kielbasa into slow cooker.

Add brown sugar. Add onions on top of kielbasa. Sprinkle brown sugar substitute over onions.

FYI: If you are not sugar-free, you can use regular brown sugar. But this natural brown sugar substitute tastes just like the real thing, so it’s great for anyone watching their sugar intake, even if don’t have any special restrictions.

Top with sauerkraut, tomatoes and broth. Layer on the drained sauerkraut and diced tomatoes, followed by chicken broth.

Cook. Cook in slow cooker for 2-3 hours on High or 4-6 hours on Low.

Kielbasa Sauerkraut FAQs

Is kielbasa with sauerkraut healthy?

Yes, this slow cooker kielbasa and sauerkraut recipe is a healthy mix of vegetables and premium kielbasa.

Is kielbasa with sauerkraut keto-friendly?

Yes, this kielbasa and kraut recipe is made without any high-carbohydrate sides like potatoes, so each serving has just 8 grams net carbs.

Can I use turkey kielbasa?

Yes, Garret Valley Farms also has a turkey kielbasa that’s lighter in fat and calories, but just as flavorful.

Storage Instructions

Can you make it ahead?

Yes, you can make kielbasa and kraut ahead if desired. Since we’re using a slow cooker, anywhere from 2-6 hours ahead will work, and you can use the warm function if you need it to stay warm for longer.

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Can you freeze kielbasa with sauerkraut?

Yes, you can freeze leftover kielbasa and kraut for 2-3 months.

How to reheat kielbasa sauerkraut:

Reheat leftovers in a hot skillet or microwave.

What Sides Go With Kielbasa And Sauerkraut?

This is a one-pot meal, so you don’t really need anything extra! But if you would like to include a side with this slow cooker kielbasa and sauerkraut recipe, try one of these:

Starch or Veggies – Veggies such as keto fries, mashed cauliflower, or roasted zucchini pair well with this kielbasa and sauerkraut recipe. If your crowd isn’t low carb, feel free to add rice or roasted potatoes.
Salad – Salad recipes such as creamy cucumber salad, Israeli salad, or keto coleslaw work well on the side.
Bread – Healthy bread recipes such as almond flour bread, keto dinner rolls, or low carb biscuits are a great side for kielbasa and sauerkraut in a slow cooker.

Tools To Make Kielbasa And Sauerkraut in A Slow Cooker

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Garrett Valley Farms Smoked Polska Kielbasa – This natural sausage is the star of kielbasa and sauerkraut in a Crock Pot! Amazing flavor.
Slow Cooker – You can’t make kielbasa and sauerkraut in a Crock Pot without it! This is the one I have and it can be set with a timer so that it switches off to warm when it’s done cooking.

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Ingredients

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12 oz Garrett Valley Farms Smoked Polksa Kielbasa (sliced thinly) ▢
1 medium Onion (sliced into thin quarter moons) ▢
1/3 cup Besti Brown Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (optional; use brown sugar if not sugar free, or can omit) ▢
2 14-oz cans Sauerkraut (drained) ▢
1 14.5-oz can Diced tomatoes (drained) ▢
1/2 cup Chicken broth, reduced sodium ▢

Instructions

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Place kielbasa at the bottom of the slow cooker. Place the onions over the kielbasa. Sprinkle brown monk fruit sweetener over the onions, if using.
Dump the drained cans of sauerkraut and diced tomatoes evenly into the slow cooker. Add chicken broth.
Cook for 4-6 hours on Low or 2-3 hours on High.

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Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 1/2 cups

Nutrition Facts

Amount per serving. Serving size in recipe notes above.

Calories 249

Fat 16.6g

Protein 14g

Total Carbs 9.5g

Net Carbs 8g

Fiber 1.5g

Sugar 4g

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Polish

Keywords: kielbasa and sauerkraut, kielbasa and sauerkraut in a Crock Pot, kielbasa and sauerkraut recipe, slow cooker kielbasa and sauerkraut

Calories: 249 kcal

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25 Comments

Lynniepooh2 Berchtold
0 March 19, 2023Reply

Been making something similar for years but decided to try it with the brown sugar sub and tomatoes. Only been cooking for 5 minutes so no opinion yet on the taste. Will update that part later. The colors look amazing together. Also added mushrooms because I like mushrooms and have plenty leftover from a different meal. Cant wait to try it and have the aromas fill my home
Paula
0 February 1, 2023Reply

Delicious! Easy to freeze and reheat in microwave. I usually add sour cream and spicy brown mustard as garnish. Works on my Keto diet. I use brown sugar substitute (Swerve). Easy to double!
Paula
0 January 14, 2023Reply

This was wonderful! Simple, economical, easy and delicious. Great for our freezing temperatures. I made a few mods, added some cut up carrots because I had some and added a couple of bay leaves in the last hour. Finished the dish with a little spicy brown mustard. I will try it next time with some sour cream. Highly recommended!
Teri
0 September 12, 2022Reply

How to make without a crock pot (for only 2 people)?
- Wholesome Yum D
  0 September 13, 2022Reply
  
  Hi Teri, You can make this in a pot on the stove if you wish.
Marketa
0 September 12, 2022Reply

We haven’t a slow cooker, how could I cook it in the normal way?
- Wholesome Yum D
  0 September 12, 2022Reply
  
  Hi Marketa, I have never tried it but I believe you could cook this in a pot on the stovetop.
Tammy
0 June 29, 2022Reply

Could you use cabbage instead of the sauerkraut?
- Wholesome Yum D
  0 June 30, 2022Reply
  
  Hi Tammy, I have never done that but it would probably work.
- Natasha
  0 December 27, 2022Reply
  
  Can you put the brown sugar afterwards?
  - Wholesome Yum D
    0 December 29, 2022Reply
    
    Hi Natasha, Yes, that would work.
Amy
0 February 5, 2022Reply

How would omitting the brown sugar sub affect the flavor? Trying to lower my sweetener use.
- Wholesome Yum D
  0 February 8, 2022Reply
  
  Hi Amy, The dish will be more sour than sweet but you can omit the sweetener.
Mina
0 August 7, 2021Reply

Do you think spinach will be good added ?
- Wholesome Yum M
  0 August 7, 2021Reply
  
  Hi Mina, This is really up to you, but I think spinach would add bitter flavors to the dish.
Matt
0 April 10, 2021Reply

How often do you have to stir it?
Pretty new to crockpot recipes
- Wholesome Yum M
  0 April 11, 2021Reply
  
  Hi Matt, Crockpot recipes are usually low maintenance. There isn’t any need for you to stir this dish.
Joan
0 March 8, 2021Reply

I loved this recipe, but then again, I grew up eating my German grandmother’s cooking. My husband looked at it and fixed himself something else to eat. Oh well. I loved the ease in preparation and the nutritious value of this dish.
Natalie
0 February 10, 2021Reply

I can’t believe how easy this is to throw together!! And, it’s packed with tons of flavor!! Totally making this again!
- Annemarie Laco
  0 February 24, 2021Reply
  
  Hi, i cant wait to try this recipe . Can you use the sauerkraut in the class jars, just drained really well?
  - Wholesome Yum M
    0 February 24, 2021Reply
    
    Hi Annemarie, Yes, any kind of sauerkraut will work great!
- Jo
  0 August 18, 2022Reply
  
  Can you use granulated sugar substitute instead of brown?
  - Wholesome Yum D
    0 August 19, 2022Reply
    
    Hi Jo, I have never tried that so I am not exactly sure how it would taste.
Valentina
0 February 10, 2021Reply

Such a hearty and simple dinner idea! Love the meat with the sauerkraut!!
Beth
0 February 10, 2021Reply

Yummy! This looks so delicious and full of flavor! I’m so excited to try this recipe! Can’t wait!