Slow Cooker Kielbasa Bites

Name: Slow Cooker Kielbasa Bites
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 4 h
Yield: 16 serving
Ingredients: 3 packages; 1 cup barbecue sauce; 1 cup cranberry sauce; 1 cup pineapple preserves; 1 cup pineapple tidbits; 1 cup cranberries

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
4 hrs
Servings
16
Calories
246 kcal
Course
Appetizer, Snacks
Cuisine
American, International

Slow Cooker Kielbasa Bites

Iris Warren

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🎉🍍Juicy chunks of kielbasa sausage are coated in a SWEET and SAVORY sauce made with pineapple, bbq sauce, and cranberries and it's so EASY because your slow cooker does all the work! Perfect for holiday parties, New Year's Eve, game days, or anytime you need a goof-proof appetizer that everyone LOVES!

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Ingredients

Servings

3 packages 12 to 14 ounces each pre-cooked kielbasa sausage (see blog post for other similar types of sausage you can use; must be precooked. Slice into 1/2-inch thick pieces)
1 cup barbecue sauce (use your favorite including smoky bbq sauce, honey bbq sauce, spicy bbq sauce, etc.)
1 cup cranberry sauce (I use whole berry sauce but jellied cranberry sauce is fine)
1 cup pineapple preserves
1 cup pineapple tidbits (or use pineapple chunks; the pineapple should be packed in juice not in syrup)
1 cup cranberries (fresh or frozen; if they're not in season and you can't find them, it's ok to omit them)

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Instructions

Spray the insert of your slow cooker with cooking spray (if desired, to prevent sticking).
Slice the kielbasa into thin-rounds, about 1/2-inch thick, and add it to the slow cooker. Set aside momentarily.
To a medium bowl, add the bbq sauce, cranberry sauce, pineapple preserves, and whisk or stir to combine. Pour this mixture over the kielbasa in the slow cooker and stir to combine and coat evenly.
Sprinkle the pineapple tidbits and cranberries over the top, stir to combine, and place the lid on the slow cooker.
Slow cook on HIGH heat setting for 3-4 hours, or on LOW for 5-6 hours. Slow Cooking Tips - It doesn't matter with this recipe if you cook on high or low heat setting. It's important to remember that all ingredients in this recipe have already been cooked, so you're not actually "cooking" anything. Rather, you're warming the food and allowing the sauce to come together and thicken. You can toss and stir the food a few times during slow cooking, but resist the urge to constantly lift the lid and "check on" the progress since valuable heat will escape. If your sauce is looking a little thin, remove the lid for the last 1 hour of cooking, give or take. Like all slow cooker recipes, the exact cooking time will depend on your slow cooker and its heat output. Some are very fierce, some aren't. Use your judgment for evaluating doneness.
I like to serve this directly from the slow cooker with toothpicks. This also has the added benefit of keeping the food warm, even if you shut the heat off. If your slow cooker has a "keep warm" setting, you can try it. Or you can transfer it to a serving bowl and serve it that way if you don't mind it cooling off and being served at room temp.

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Notes

Serving Size: You are using 3 packages of sausage for this recipe, plus the pineapple, and it's likely being served at an event where there's lots more being served and people are taking a smaller portion so I budget it to serve 16. However, your mileage will vary depending on appetites and portion sizes.
Storage: Leftovers will keep airtight for up to 4-5 days in the fridge. I have never frozen them but I am sure you could for up to 2-3 months. Reheat gently in the microwave as necessary. Tip - You can repurpose leftovers as more of an entree, serve it with rice or mashed potatoes, and a simple house salad.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 246kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Cholesterol 39mg (13%) Sodium 1071mg (45%) Potassium 231mg (7%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 27g (54%) Vitamin A 164IU (3%) Vitamin C 27mg (30%) Calcium 29mg (3%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 246 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1serving
Calories	246kcal	12%
Carbohydrates	35g	12%
Protein	12g	24%
Fat	7g	11%
Saturated Fat	3g	15%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	2g	10%
Cholesterol	39mg	13%
Sodium	1071mg	45%
Potassium	231mg	5%
Fiber	2g	8%
Sugar	27g	54%
Vitamin A	164IU	3%
Vitamin C	27mg	30%
Calcium	29mg	3%
Iron	7mg	39%