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Slow Cooker Kielbasa Bites with BBQ Sauce and Brown Sugar Recipe

4.6 from 73 reviews
  • Author: Nora
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 180 minutes
  • Total Time: 185 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Slow Cooker Kielbasa Bites combine smoky kielbasa with a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce enhanced by brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and dried minced onions. This easy appetizer or game day treat is perfect for gatherings, offering a flavor-packed, no-fuss dish that’s ready in just a few hours using your slow cooker.


Ingredients

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Kielbasa

  • 2 pounds kielbasa (2 ropes)

Sauce

  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp dried minced onions
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard


Instructions

  1. Prepare Slow Cooker: Spray the bottom of the slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Slice Kielbasa: Cut the kielbasa into ½ inch slices and place them evenly into the slow cooker.
  3. Mix Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the BBQ sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and dried minced onions. Stir well until the ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the sliced kielbasa in the slow cooker. Stir gently to coat all pieces with the sauce.
  5. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 2 to 3 hours, or on low for 4 to 5 hours, until the kielbasa is heated through and flavors have melded.

Notes

  • Slow Cooker Kielbasa Bites with BBQ sauce and brown sugar is an easy kielbasa recipe perfect for an easy appetizer or game day meal. A family favorite!
  • To enhance flavor, you can use your favorite BBQ sauce variety, such as smoky or spicy, to suit your taste.
  • Serve with toothpicks for easy appetizer-style eating at parties.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 324 kcal
  • Sugar: 17 g
  • Sodium: 915 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 0.3 g
  • Protein: 11 g
  • Cholesterol: 53 mg