Cheesy. Cozy. Pure Canadian Comfort Food. If there’s one recipe that defines easy Canadian comfort food, it’s this rich and creamy Ultimate Canadian Slow Cooker Pierogi Casserole.

This recipe is part of our Great Canadian Series

This cozy slow cooker dinner is loaded with:

• cheesy potato pierogies
• crispy bacon
• smoky sausage
• caramelized onions
• melted cheddar cheese
• creamy sauce
• and pure comfort food flavor in every bite.

The best part?

The slow cooker does almost all the work.

This easy dump-and-go crockpot recipe is perfect for:

• busy weeknights
• cold winter evenings
• cottage weekends
• family dinners
• hockey nights
• potlucks
• or anytime you want a hearty meal that feels warm, cozy, and completely satisfying.

As the casserole slow cooks, the cheddar melts beautifully into the creamy sauce while the bacon and onions create rich savory flavor throughout the dish.

And once it’s finished?
Top it with:

• extra crispy bacon
• fresh chives
• sour cream
• and cracked black pepper

for the ultimate Canadian comfort food experience.

At Canadian Cooking Adventures, I love creating bold Canadian-inspired comfort food recipes that feel nostalgic, cozy, easy, and made for real life. This recipe was proudly created as part of The Great Canadian Series — a growing collection of iconic Canadian comfort food recipes inspired by rustic cooking, hearty family meals, and unforgettable comfort food classics.

If you recreate this recipe, share it online, or adapt it in any way, please credit Canadian Cooking Adventures and tag us when posting your creations. Supporting original recipe creators truly helps us continue creating unique Canadian-inspired comfort food recipes for everyone to enjoy.

We absolutely LOVE seeing your recreations online!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Easy slow cooker comfort food
✔ Minimal prep required
✔ Cheesy and incredibly creamy
✔ Loaded with bacon and sausage
✔ Perfect family dinner recipe
✔ Cozy cottage-style comfort food
✔ Great for meal prep
✔ Crowd-pleasing slow cooker meal

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How To Make The Ultimate Canadian Slow Cooker Pierogi Casserole

Step 1: Cook The Bacon

Cook bacon until crispy.

Transfer to paper towel-lined plate and chop.

Reserve a little bacon fat for the onions.

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Step 2: Caramelize The Onions

In a skillet melt butter with reserved bacon fat.

Cook onions:

• 10–12 minutes

until soft, golden, and caramelized.

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Step 3: Mix The Creamy Sauce

In a bowl combine:

• cream of mushroom soup
• sour cream
• chicken broth
• garlic powder
• salt
• pepper

Whisk until smooth.

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Step 4: Layer The Slow Cooker

Spray slow cooker lightly with cooking spray.

Layer:

• pierogies
• sausage
• onions
• bacon
• cheddar cheese

Repeat layers until ingredients are used.

Pour creamy sauce evenly over top.

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Step 5: Slow Cook

Cover and cook:

• LOW for 4–5 hours

until hot, creamy, and bubbly.

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Step 6: Finish & Serve

Top with:

• extra bacon
• fresh chives
• black pepper
• sour cream

Serve hot straight from the slow cooker.

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Tips For The BEST Pierogi Casserole

• Frozen pierogies work perfectly.
• Sharp cheddar gives the best flavor.
• Don’t overcook or the pierogies may soften too much.
• Add crispy toppings after cooking for best texture.
• Smoked sausage adds incredible flavor.

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Perfect Side Dishes

Serve with:

• Caesar salad
• roasted vegetables
• garlic bread
• pickles
• creamy coleslaw

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Storage Tips

Fridge:

Store covered up to:

• 4 days

Freezer:

Freeze up to:

• 2 months

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This recipe is an original Canadian Cooking Adventures recipe creation.

Please do not repost or copy this recipe directly without proper credit.

If you recreate this recipe, share it online, or adapt it in any way, we’d absolutely LOVE to see it — and we kindly ask that you tag and credit Canadian Cooking Adventures when sharing your creations.

Thank you for supporting original food creators and Canadian comfort food inspiration! 🍁

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