Crock Pot Sausage and Peppers
Crock Pot Sausage and Peppers is a delightful, hearty dish that brings together the savory flavors of chicken sausage with a colorful array of peppers and onions. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers, allowing you to simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let them simmer to perfection. The vibrant medley of vegetables combined with aromatic spices and marinara sauce creates a comforting meal that can be enjoyed in various ways—served on sub rolls, over pasta, or even on its own for a low-carb option. Whip up this flavorful dish for your family and friends; it’s sure to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 red peppers, sliced
- 4 green peppers, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 (19-ounce) packages chicken Italian sausages
- 1 ¼ cups marinara sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a slow cooker, add the sliced red peppers, green peppers, and onion.
- Season: Sprinkle with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- Add Marinara Sauce: Pour marinara sauce over the vegetables and stir until evenly coated.
- Brown the Sausages: In a skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat and sear the sausages until golden brown. Add them to the slow cooker.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Serve: Enjoy on its own or in sub rolls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg