Crock Pot Sausage Peppers
Savor the bold, comforting flavors of this Crock Pot Sausage Peppers recipe—a hearty combination of juicy Italian sausages, vibrant bell peppers, and tender onions slow-cooked to perfection. Infused with a rich tomato-based sauce flavored with garlic, Italian seasoning, and optional red pepper flakes for a kick, this dish is as versatile as it is delicious. With just 15 minutes of prep time, your crock pot does the rest, delivering melt-in-your-mouth tenderness in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy one-pot meal can be enjoyed over rice, with crusty bread, or piled high on a roll for the ultimate sandwich. Whether you prefer mild or spicy sausages, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that will fill your kitchen with irresistible aromas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 links Italian sausages (mild or hot)
- 3 medium Bell peppers (assorted colors)
- 1 large Yellow onion
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 28 oz Diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Brown the Italian sausages on all sides for 2-3 minutes per side. (They don’t have to be fully cooked at this stage.) Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Slice the bell peppers into strips and the onion into thin slices. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a 6-quart crock pot, layer the bell peppers and onions at the bottom.
Place the browned sausages on top of the vegetables.
In a bowl, mix the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Pour this sauce mixture over the sausages and vegetables in the crock pot.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours.
Once done, check that the sausages are cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
Serve the sausage and peppers hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley. This dish pairs wonderfully with crusty bread, over rice, or on rolls as a sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
352 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.1 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 59 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 861 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 16.9 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 684 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
