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Crock Pot Pierogie

Crock Pot Pierogie

Published: March 18, 2019 Last Updated: June 22, 2020

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Mix a delicious pasta dumpling with creamy mash potatoes and cheese then add butter and fried onions and what do you have? Heaven? No, you have one of my favorite ethnic treats, the Pierogie.  I then made it even easier by making a quick and easy Slow Cooker Pierogi.

Crock pot pierogie in a yellow dish on wooden table

 What is a Pierogi?

Pierogi are filled dumplings of Central European origin, made by wrapping unleavened dough around a savory or sweet filling. and cooking in boiling water, or pan-frying. They are associated with the Central and Eastern European kitchens where they are considered national dishes and are a staple where I live in Northeastern Pennsylvania. It has three easy steps and only three ingredients!

How to Make Slow Cooker Pierogies Recipes – Step by Step

  • Step One: First grab a box of your favorite frozen Pierogies. No need to defrost! (Photo 1 below)
  • Step Two: Next, cut butter into 1 inch pieces.  (Photo 2 below)
  • Step Three: Finally thinly slice an onion, add the three ingredients to the slow cooker and then cook on low for 3 to 4 hours. (Photo 3 below)

Step by step instructions for making crock pot pierogie

What type of Pierogies should I use?

There are so many varieties now of days, there is literally something for everyone. They have them stuffed with sauerkraut, blends of different cheeses and even hot and spicy varieties to tempt your taste buds. They even have small batch varieties made by small local companies and church groups that you can try, especially in my area.

Crock pot pierogie on a blue and white plate

 Recommendations for Making Crock Pot Pierogies

These 3 ingredient Crock Pot Pierogies are incredibly easy to make and taste so good! It’s one of the best slow cooker recipes of all time.

A while back I shared one of the easiest recipes I have ever made – Crock Pot Ravioli. It quickly became one of the best crock pot recipes that I have. I’ve even made Crock Pot Alfredo Ravioli using a similar recipe.

Crock pot pierogie on a blue and white plate

Expert Tips for Making the Best Pierogies

  • Add Additional Vegetables: Try adding some shredded cabbage to add flavor and make the dish even more hearty.
  • Make your own: Try Making your own Pierogies with a variety of fillings.
  • Add meat to make a Meal: Add chopped Kielbasa to make the meal complete.

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Crock pot pierogie in a yellow bowl on a wooden table

Crock Pot Pierogie

This easy Crock Pot Pierogie recipe has only a few simple ingredients and hardly any hands on time.  It's an easy meatless recipe.  
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time4 hrs
Total Time4 hrs 5 mins
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: crock pot pierogie, easy recipe, meatless recipe, slow cooker
Servings: 4
Calories: 214kcal
Author: Christina Hitchcock
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3.74 from 100 votes

Ingredients

  • 12 oz frozen pierogies
  • 1/2 cup butter - cut into 1" pieces
  • 1 onion - sliced thinly
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Put all ingredients into your slow cooker.
  • Put the lid on and cook for 3-4 hours on low, or until pierogies are cooked through.

Notes

Expert Tips for Making the Best Pierogies
  • Add Additional Vegetables: Try adding some shredded cabbage to add flavor and make the dish even more hearty.
  • Make your own: Try Making your own Pierogies with a variety of fillings.
  • Add Meat to make a Meal: Add chopped Kielbasa to make the meal complete.

Nutrition

Calories: 214kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 203mg | Potassium: 40mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 710IU | Vitamin C: 2.1mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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Comments

  1. Jersey Girl Cooks says

    March 27, 2019 at 11:15 am

    So delish! One of my friends makes her pierogi in a crockpot too! Great idea!

    Reply
  2. Anne Lawton says

    March 26, 2019 at 1:17 pm

    I love the idea of making pierogies in a slow cooker! so easy and delicious.

    Reply
  3. reesa says

    March 25, 2019 at 6:43 pm

    Mmm yes please! I would love to try to make these!

    Reply
  4. Candi Elm says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:49 am

    This recipe looks delicious. I have never made this before. I need to spread my cooking wings.

    Reply
  5. Sharon says

    January 9, 2019 at 11:34 pm

    I’d like to add kielbasa in with the piroghi. Should the time be increased or would I need to perhaps add some chicken stock to accommodate the added volume?

    Reply
    • Christina Hitchcock says

      January 23, 2019 at 11:25 am

      You can use the same cooking time.

      Reply
  6. Layna McVay says

    August 1, 2017 at 2:01 pm

    Do you put the butter and onions on top of the pierogi, or on the bottom?

    Reply
    • Christina Hitchcock says

      August 3, 2017 at 12:00 pm

      I put them on the bottom, but I’m sure either way would work just fine.

      Reply
  7. Jennifer Mierzejewski says

    February 17, 2017 at 8:37 pm

    Can you leave the perogi in the crock pot to stay warm if you were bringing it to a pot luck?

    Reply
    • Christina Hitchcock says

      March 6, 2017 at 1:23 pm

      Yes, ma’am! 🙂

      Reply
  8. rowanvamp0 says

    November 16, 2016 at 11:00 pm

    Do they turn out cripsy and brown as shown in the picture using the crockpot?

    Reply
    • Christina Hitchcock says

      November 17, 2016 at 8:10 am

      All of the recipes I post on my site are the actual photos from when I make the recipes. I don’t “fake” the photos for styling purposes. In this case, the pierogies came out of the slow cooker, were put right in the bowl and then photographed. The ones that were touching the crock, got the browned edges. My recommendation would be to put them in a single layer in the bottom of the crock so that you get maximum browning. I hope this helps 🙂

      Reply
  9. Janet says

    August 12, 2016 at 3:20 pm

    Hi Christina,
    Is it 1/2 cup butter or 2 cups?

    Reply
    • Christina Hitchcock says

      October 2, 2016 at 9:38 pm

      1/2 cup

      Reply
  10. Stacy says

    February 22, 2016 at 11:06 pm

    Can you use fresh instead of frozen and if so how long do you cook them for. Also does it matter what flavor the pierogis are

    Reply
    • Christina Hitchcock says

      May 25, 2016 at 3:45 pm

      I wouldn’t use fresh for this recipe…frozen is best. The flavor doesn’t matter 🙂

      Reply
  11. A Polish boys says "I don't care how you spell it" says

    February 15, 2016 at 4:58 pm

    1 box ain’t gonna do it. Will this recipe handle a full crockpot of pierogi? At least 4-6 boxes? What would the cooking time be?

    Reply
    • Christina Hitchcock says

      May 25, 2016 at 3:49 pm

      I think as long as your slow cooker is big enough so it’s not over-full. I would cook them for at least 6 hours.

      Reply
      • Debbie Winnicky says

        October 5, 2018 at 11:44 am

        At any point in time do you stir. My recipe, very similar to yours, worked the first time. I put margarine on each layer with cooked onions and bacon. They turned out great. The second time not so great. Thought I did the same thing but they came out in one great big blob. What should I do different.

        Thanks

        Reply
        • Christina Hitchcock says

          October 12, 2018 at 1:34 pm

          I do not stir, just set and forget. Here are somethings to check… Did you use frozen pierogies both times? Did you exceed the 3-4 hour cooking time? Did you have your slow cooker set to low?

          Reply
  12. A Polish Girl says

    April 16, 2015 at 4:32 pm

    It’s “pierogi”, singular and plural.

    Reply
    • Christina says

      May 5, 2015 at 4:45 pm

      Thanks for letting this Italian Norwegian know 🙂 I will update the recipe!

      Reply
    • lil says

      January 15, 2016 at 2:29 pm

      I think there are more important things to think about than the way somone spells Pieogri

      Reply
      • Farmgirl says

        January 5, 2018 at 3:24 pm

        Not if it’s your culture and we’re all trying to be sensitive to the individuality

        Reply

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