Crock Pot Sausage Peppers

Savor the bold, comforting flavors of this Crock Pot Sausage Peppers recipe—a hearty combination of juicy Italian sausages, vibrant bell peppers, and tender onions slow-cooked to perfection. Infused with a rich tomato-based sauce flavored with garlic, Italian seasoning, and optional red pepper flakes for a kick, this dish is as versatile as it is delicious. With just 15 minutes of prep time, your crock pot does the rest, delivering melt-in-your-mouth tenderness in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy one-pot meal can be enjoyed over rice, with crusty bread, or piled high on a roll for the ultimate sandwich. Whether you prefer mild or spicy sausages, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that will fill your kitchen with irresistible aromas.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 links Italian sausages (mild or hot)
• 3 medium Bell peppers (assorted colors)
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 28 oz Diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
• 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Brown the Italian sausages on all sides for 2-3 minutes per side. (They don’t have to be fully cooked at this stage.) Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Slice the bell peppers into strips and the onion into thin slices. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a 6-quart crock pot, layer the bell peppers and onions at the bottom.

Step 5

Place the browned sausages on top of the vegetables.

Step 6

In a bowl, mix the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Pour this sauce mixture over the sausages and vegetables in the crock pot.

Step 7

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours.

Step 8

Once done, check that the sausages are cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.

Step 9

Serve the sausage and peppers hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley. This dish pairs wonderfully with crusty bread, over rice, or on rolls as a sandwich.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1892.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1899.7

Total Fat 138.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 300.0mg	0%
Sodium 4768.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 90.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.5g	0%
Total Sugars 51.2g
Protein 87.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 362.1mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 3946.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.6%

Protein: 17.9%

Carbs: 18.5%