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Slow Cooker Kielbasa Bites

Slow Cooker Kielbasa Bites
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Slow Cooker Kielbasa Bites are an easy, flavorful, and crowd-pleasing appetizer made by cooking juicy kielbasa sausage in a sweet and tangy sauce of grape jelly, BBQ sauce, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder in a slow cooker. Perfect for parties, game days, or simple weeknight snacks, these tender bites deliver bold flavors with minimal effort and cleanup.

Ingredients

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Kielbasa Sausage

  • Kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces (about 1 lb)

Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 cup grape jelly
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the kielbasa: Slice the kielbasa sausage into bite-sized pieces, about one-inch thick, to ensure even cooking and easy serving.
  2. Combine the sauce ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together grape jelly, BBQ sauce, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder until smooth and well combined.
  3. Assemble in the slow cooker: Place the kielbasa pieces into the slow cooker, then pour the sauce mixture evenly over the top, ensuring each piece is coated.
  4. Cook low and slow: Set your slow cooker to low heat and cook the kielbasa bites for 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and guarantee even coverage.
  5. Serve and enjoy: Once the sauce has thickened and clings to the kielbasa pieces, turn off the slow cooker and transfer your Slow Cooker Kielbasa Bites to a serving dish. They’re best enjoyed warm!

Notes

  • Use quality, smoked kielbasa for best flavor and texture.
  • Stir the mixture gently every 45 minutes to prevent sauce from burning or sticking.
  • Adjust sweetness by reducing grape jelly or adding more mustard if preferred.
  • Use a slow cooker liner for easy cleanup.
  • Use the warm setting to keep the kielbasa bites hot if not serving immediately.

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Keywords: slow cooker, kielbasa, appetizer, party food, game day snack, easy recipe, gluten free

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