Sausage with Spinach Ww and Crockpot
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful Sausage with Spinach Crockpot recipe, a wholesome and easy-to-make meal perfect for busy schedules. This slow-cooked dish combines tender Italian sausage, nutrient-packed fresh spinach, and aromatic garlic and onion for an irresistibly savory base. The addition of chicken broth keeps it light, but a splash of optional heavy cream transforms it into a luxuriously creamy delight. With just 15 minutes of prep time and the magic of a slow cooker, this low-maintenance recipe is ideal for those following Weight Watchers (WW) or looking for a protein-packed, veggie-rich dinner. Garnish with a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, and pair it with crusty bread or rice for a complete meal that’s as comforting as it is satisfying. Perfect for four servings, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, as preferred)
- 6 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream (optional, for a creamy finish)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Directions
Step 1
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. Remove from heat and drain excess grease if necessary.
Step 3
While the sausage cooks, prepare the crockpot. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and fresh spinach to the crockpot.
Step 4
Transfer the cooked sausage to the crockpot, layering it over the spinach.
Step 5
Pour the chicken broth into the crockpot, ensuring everything is evenly moistened.
Step 6
Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Stir lightly to combine.
Step 7
Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low for 4 hours.
Step 8
If using heavy cream for a creamy finish, stir it into the crockpot during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Step 9
Once cooking is complete, stir the mixture to ensure the spinach is tender and flavors are well blended.
Step 10
Serve hot and enjoy your sausage with spinach as a comforting main dish or paired with crusty bread or rice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1359.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1790.5 |
| Total Fat 152.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 61.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 400.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5566.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 29.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.5g | |
| Protein 79.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 436.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1553.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories