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Slow Cooker Kielbasa
5 from 18 votes

Slow Cooker Kielbasa

Slow Cooker Kielbasa delivers tender sausage pieces simmered in a tangy, slightly sweet barbecue and orange sauce thickened optionally with cornstarch. The slow cooking softens the kielbasa and melds the smoky paprika with the citrus and barbecue flavors, creating a rich yet balanced sauce. This hands-off recipe is ideal for casual meals where you want flavorful kielbasa cooked evenly without much fuss.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 146 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 lbs kielbasa cut into 2 inch pieces
Sauce Ingredients:
  • 1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce
  • 1 cup orange marmalade
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Cornstarch Mix:
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 4 tablespoons water

Instructions

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  1. Spray slow cooker with cooking spray.
  2. Cut kielbasa into 2 inch size pieces and add to the slow cooker.
  3. In a medium bowl add all the "Sauce Ingredients" and stir until fully combined.
  4. Add to the slow cooker, pouring over the kielbasa
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or high for 2 to 3 hours.
  6. In you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl until cornstarch is fully dissolved. Add the mixture to the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Stir to combine.
  7. Once cooked, stir again to coat the kielbasa well in the sauce and serve.

Nutrition Information

Calories 146kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 0g (0%) Fat 0g (0%) Saturated Fat 0g (0%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 595mg (25%) Potassium 238mg (5%) Fiber 0g (0%) Sugar 29g (58%) Vitamin A 305IU (6%) Vitamin C 16.3mg (18%) Calcium 33mg (3%) Iron 0.8mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 146

% Daily Value*

Calories 146kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 0g 0%
Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 595mg 25%
Potassium 238mg 5%
Fiber 0g 0%
Sugar 29g 58%
Vitamin A 305IU 6%
Vitamin C 16.3mg 18%
Calcium 33mg 3%
Iron 0.8mg 4%

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