Crock Pot Smoked Sausage and Sauerkraut
Transform your dinner routine with the comforting flavors of Crock Pot Smoked Sausage and Sauerkraut, a hearty and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This slow cooker recipe combines succulent smoked sausage, tangy sauerkraut, and the natural sweetness of sliced apples, all harmonized by the gentle aromatics of sautéed onions and a hint of caraway seeds. A touch of brown sugar and chicken broth ties everything together, creating layers of savory-sweet goodness. With just 15 minutes of prep time and the magic of your crock pot, this dish becomes irresistibly tender and infused with bold, satisfying flavors. Serve it warm with mashed potatoes, crusty bread, or egg noodles for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal. Keywords: crock pot smoked sausage, sauerkraut recipe, slow cooker dinner ideas, hearty comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz smoked sausage
- 24 oz sauerkraut
- 1 large yellow onion
- 1 large apple
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
Slice the smoked sausage into 1/2-inch pieces and set aside.
Rinse the sauerkraut under cold water if you prefer a milder tang. Drain thoroughly.
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onion. Core and thinly slice the apple.
In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Place the sauerkraut in the bottom of your crock pot. Spread the sautéed onions and sliced apples over the sauerkraut.
Add the smoked sausage on top of the onion and apple mixture.
In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken broth, brown sugar, caraway seeds (if using), and black pepper. Stir to mix and then pour the liquid evenly over the contents in the crock pot.
Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, until everything is heated through and flavors are well combined.
Stir gently before serving and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm as a main dish alongside mashed potatoes, crusty bread, or even over egg noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1992 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.5 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.6 g | 273% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 378 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 10110 mg | 440% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.6 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.3 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.7 g | ||
| Protein | 75.5 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 386 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 2739 mg | 58% | |
*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.
