Slow Cooker Italian Sausage and Peppers
Slow Cooker Italian Sausage and Peppers is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. This dish features juicy Italian sausages simmered with colorful bell peppers, sweet onions, and aromatic garlic in a rich tomato sauce. The result is a flavorful meal that fills your home with irresistible aromas and invites everyone to the table. Serve it over pasta or in crusty rolls for an unforgettable dining experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausages (sweet or spicy)
- 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes (in juice)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup red wine (optional)
Instructions
- Slice the bell peppers and onion, and mince the garlic.
- Layer sliced peppers and onions at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Place sausages on top of the veggies.
- In a bowl, mix diced tomatoes, garlic, Italian seasoning, and red wine; pour over sausages.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Serve hot over pasta or in rolls with extra sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, brown the sausages in the slow cooker before adding vegetables. - Substitute turkey sausage for a leaner option or add mushrooms for extra texture. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.