Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers and Onions
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers and Onions, a delightful Italian dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe combines savory Italian sausages with vibrant bell peppers and onions, all slowly cooked to perfection in your trusty crockpot. With minimal prep time and the ability to serve it in various ways—whether on a hoagie roll, over rice, or simply on its own—this dish is sure to please the whole family. Plus, the rich aroma that fills your home while it cooks is simply irresistible.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low)
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 5
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 package Italian sausages (5, uncooked)
- 2 bell peppers (red & green), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Seasonings: garlic salt, Italian seasoning, black pepper
Instructions
- Sear the sausages in a skillet with olive oil for 2-3 minutes until browned.
- Layer the sausages at the bottom of the slow cooker and top with sliced bell peppers and onions.
- Sprinkle with garlic salt, Italian seasoning, and black pepper.
- Pour marinara sauce over the top.
- Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-7 hours until sausages are cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/5 of recipe (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg