Slow Cooker Bourbon Glazed Kielbasa

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    3 hrs

  • Total Time

    3 hrs 5 mins

  • Servings

    12

  • Calories

    310 kcal

  • Course

    Appetizer

Slow Cooker Bourbon Glazed Kielbasa

This slow cooker recipe features sliced kielbasa sausage cooked with apricot preserves, chili sauce, and bourbon to create a glossy, sweet, and tangy glaze. The sausage absorbs the flavors during low cooking, resulting in warm, tender rounds coated in a thick sauce. It’s a straightforward dish that can be served as a snack, appetizer, or part of a meal.

Description

Slow Cooker Bourbon Glazed Kielbasa involves placing sliced kielbasa or smoked sausage in a slow cooker and covering it with apricot preserves, chili sauce, and bourbon. Cooking the mixture on low heat for 3 to 4 hours allows the kielbasa to warm through and the glaze to thicken, coating each slice with a combination of sweet, tangy, and subtly boozy flavors.

The result is sausage with a tender but firm texture and a sticky, flavorful coating that balances the savory meatiness with fruit sweetness and a touch of spice from the chili sauce. The bourbon adds depth without overwhelming the other ingredients.

This dish serves well warm as a finger food for gatherings or as part of a casual meal. It requires minimal preparation and offers a convenient way to enjoy a lightly glazed, flavorful sausage.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 rings kielbasa or smoked sausage, sliced into rounds, 14 ounces each
  • 1 ¼ cups apricot preserves 400 g
  • 1 jar chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon

Instructions

  1. To the bowl of a slow cooker, add the sliced kielbasa.
  2. Pour the apricot preserves, chili sauce, and bourbon over the kielbasa slices. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours, or until heated through.
  3. Serve warm.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1portion Calories 310kcal (16%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 310 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1portion
Calories 310kcal 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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