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Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers

Get ready for a flavor-packed culinary journey with Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers! This dish combines the zest of Italian sausages, the sweetness of bell peppers, and the aromatic kick of onions and garlic, all stewed to perfection in a tomato-based elixir of herbs and spices.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 hours
Total Time8 hours 10 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 427kcal
Author: Joanna Cismaru

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 6 Italian sausage links mild or hot
  • 2 large bell peppers sliced
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 14 ounces diced tomatoes 1 can
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup vegetable broth or chicken broth, low sodium
  • hoagie rolls for serving
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Instructions

  • Place the Italian sausages in the slow cooker. Add the sliced bell peppers, sliced onion, and minced garlic to the slow cooker.
    process shots showing how to make slow cooker sausage and peppers.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the diced tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Pour the mixture over the sausages and vegetables in the slow cooker. Add the vegetable broth to the slow cooker.
    process shots showing how to make slow cooker sausage and peppers.
  • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the sausages are cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
    process shots showing how to make slow cooker sausage and peppers.
  • When ready to serve, place a sausage and some of the peppers and onions onto a hoagie roll. Spoon some of the tomato sauce over the top of the sausage and vegetables.
    process shots showing how to make slow cooker sausage and peppers.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  1. Feel free to switch up the sausages! Turkey or chicken sausages can be a leaner option.
  2. No hoagie rolls? No problem. This dish is just as delicious served over pasta or rice.
  3. If you like a little kick, add some red pepper flakes to the tomato mixture.
  4. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, making it a great make-ahead meal option.
  5. You can also double the recipe for larger gatherings; just make sure your slow cooker has the capacity.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 427kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 1150mg | Potassium: 575mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1818IU | Vitamin C: 81mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 3mg