Description
Slow Cooker Kielbasa Bites are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer perfect for parties and game day gatherings. Sliced kielbasa sausage is slow-cooked in a flavorful blend of barbecue sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, and spices, resulting in tender, savory bites with a sweet and smoky glaze.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Kielbasa: Slice the kielbasa sausage into 1/2-inch thick rounds and place them evenly in the slow cooker.
- Make the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Combine and Cook: Pour the prepared sauce over the kielbasa slices in the slow cooker. Stir gently to ensure all pieces are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low heat for 4 hours or on high heat for 2 hours. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and promote even cooking.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the kielbasa bites warm directly from the slow cooker. Provide toothpicks for easy snacking as an appetizer.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of hot sauce or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce mixture before cooking.
- These kielbasa bites can be kept warm in the slow cooker throughout your event, making them perfect for parties, game days, and social gatherings.
