Crock Pot Wursts and Sauerkraut
Slow-cooked to perfection, this Crock Pot Wursts and Sauerkraut recipe is a hearty and flavorful celebration of German-inspired comfort food. Tender bratwursts are lightly browned to lock in their savory flavor, then nestled into a bed of tangy sauerkraut, caramelized onions, and sweet apple slices for a mouthwatering blend of tastes and textures. A touch of caraway seeds and brown sugar adds depth, while chicken broth ensures a juicy, melt-in-your-mouth finish. With just 15 minutes of prep, your slow cooker does all the work, delivering a dish that's perfect for cozy dinners or Oktoberfest festivities. Serve on buns for a classic approach or pair with boiled potatoes for a rustic, satisfying meal. Keywords: crock pot wursts, sauerkraut recipes, slow cooker bratwurst, German comfort food, easy slow cooker dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 links bratwursts
- 32 ounces sauerkraut
- 1 large onion
- 1 large apple
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the onion.
Core and thinly slice the apple (skin can be left on).
In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and lightly brown the bratwursts on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. This step develops flavor.
Place the sauerkraut in the bottom of a 6-quart crock pot. If the sauerkraut is too briny, rinse it lightly under cold water before adding.
Layer the sliced onion and apple over the sauerkraut.
Sprinkle the caraway seeds and brown sugar evenly over the top.
Nestle the browned bratwursts on top of the sauerkraut mixture.
Pour the chicken broth evenly over all the ingredients.
Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Cover the crock pot with a lid and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until the bratwursts are fully cooked and the flavors have melded together.
Serve the bratwursts on buns with sauerkraut as a topping, or alongside boiled potatoes for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2482 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.5 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.2 g | 351% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 489 mg | 163% | |
| Sodium | 12118 mg | 527% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.7 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.9 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.9 g | ||
| Protein | 87.2 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 503 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 3348 mg | 71% | |
*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.
