What To Serve With Pierogies

Wondering what to serve with pierogies? When it comes to these little bites of goodness, you can serve just about anything with them. You can serve your pierogies as a main dish or side dish.

For main dishes, pair these savory dumplings with some fresh greens or flavorful side dishes to make a complete meal. When used as a side dish, some of the most common things to serve with them are kielbasa sausage and pork. And a good condiment like sour cream or sauerkraut is always welcome.

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• Best Side Dishes to Serve with Pierogies
• 1. Pork Tenderloin Roast
• 2. Braised Brisket
• 3. Chicken and Vegetables
• 4. Baked Kielbasa 
• 5. Sheet Pan Kielbasa and Veggies
• 6. Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken
• 7. Honey Roasted Carrots & Parsnips
• 8. Air Fryer Pork Bites
• 9. Pickled Cabbage
• 10. Quick and Crispy Vegetable Fritters
• 11. Air Fryer Sausage
• 12. Parmesan Crusted Chicken
• 13. Roasted Tomatoes
• 14. Fried Bacon and Corn
• 15. Nachos
• 16. Fried Kielbasa and Cabbage
• 17. Caramelized Onions
• 18. Green Beans
• 19. Tossed Green Salad
• 20. Cranberry Relish
• The Goods

What you serve with pierogies is really based on preference. We’ve gathered some of the most common sides and mains below to pair with this favorite comfort food to make a complete meal.

Best Side Dishes to Serve with Pierogies

1. Pork Tenderloin Roast

A nice juicy pork tenderloin that is baked until perfect is a popular main dish to serve with pierogies.

2. Braised Brisket

Cook this brisket low and slow, pair them with a great side dish of veggies, and pierogies of course, and you have a dinner everyone will love.

3. Chicken and Vegetables

Seasoned chicken and vegetables pair well with pierogies. You can even cook the pierogies alongside the others on a sheet pan.

4. Baked Kielbasa 

Baked Kielbasa is always a crowd-pleaser when paired with pierogies. There is just something about that flavorful sausage that compliments the pierogies.

5. Sheet Pan Kielbasa and Veggies

Combine some kielbasa, broccoli, and fresh peppers to give you a colorful and healthy dish that you can serve with pierogies.

6. Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken

If you like to enjoy your pierogies with perfect side dishes that have a little spice to them, this hot honey chicken is the way to go.

7. Honey Roasted Carrots & Parsnips

Carrots and parsnips pair well with pierogies. The sweet honey mixture these are cooked in will add some extra sweetness to the dish. Top with fresh herbs like oregano or dill, and voila, dinner is served.

8. Air Fryer Pork Bites

Pork is often a main dish that we like to enjoy with pierogies. These air fryer pork bites are easy to make and you can whip them up in no time.

9. Pickled Cabbage

Serve up some quick pickled cabbage with your pierogies and you have a filling dinner with a little fresh crunch to it.

10. Quick and Crispy Vegetable Fritters

Super easy to make, these crispy vegetable fritters will go great with your pierogies. You can whip these up in no time!

11. Air Fryer Sausage

Slice up some Kielbasa and pop them in the air fryer for a delicious flavor. These air-fried sausages go well with pierogies.

12. Parmesan Crusted Chicken

A nice juicy piece of chicken that has a little bit of crunch to it is always a good main dish to serve with pierogies.

13. Roasted Tomatoes

Many like to enjoy a nice serving of roasted tomatoes with their pierogies. When roasted, the tomatoes aren’t as overpowering and can be a tasty side to the pierogies.

14. Fried Bacon and Corn

Pair that saltiness of the bacon, the sweet flavors of the corn, and the cheesy pierogies together for a fantastic combination that tastes out of this world.

15. Nachos

A Pittsburgh staple for many on game day, these nachos actually incorporate the pierogies into the recipe. You can serve it as a snack or main dish. Top with pickled jalapenos and you are in for a treat!

16. Fried Kielbasa and Cabbage

Since Kielbasa and cabbage go well with pierogies on their own, mix them up and serve both with your pierogies.

17. Caramelized Onions

Caramelized onions are versatile and can be served with or on a variety of dishes. Add them to your pierogies and you have a mix of wonderful flavors.

18. Green Beans

Our family loves pairing pierogies with fresh veggies. Green beans or a mixture of veggies are always our top two choices.

19. Tossed Green Salad

If you want a light side to go with your pierogies, try adding a colorful tossed green salad to the plate. Top with shredded cheddar cheese for additional protein.

20. Cranberry Relish

Many enjoy their pierogies with cranberry relish. It’s sweet, crunchy, and tart which compliments the pierogies and makes a great side for special occasions.

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