Spicy Sausage Peppers and Onions Crock Pot

Put your slow cooker to work with this flavorful Spicy Sausage Peppers and Onions Crock Pot recipe! Packed with the bold heat of spicy Italian sausage and the vibrant colors of red, green, and yellow bell peppers, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Infused with aromatic garlic, onions, and a rich tomato-based sauce seasoned with Italian herbs and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes, this one-pot wonder delivers a hearty, comforting meal with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this crock pot recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep before simmering to perfection over a few hours. Serve it on its own, with crusty bread, or over pasta for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to become a family favorite. Ideal for those seeking easy, flavorful crock pot sausage recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Spicy Italian sausage links
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 1 large Green bell pepper
• 1 large Yellow bell pepper
• 1 large Large onion
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 14.5-ounce can Diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the sausage links on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Do not cook through. Remove and set aside.

Step 2

Slice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers into thin strips. Peel and slice the onion into similar-sized strips. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a 6-quart crock pot, add the sliced bell peppers, onions, and minced garlic to form an even layer at the bottom.

Step 4

Place the browned sausage links on top of the peppers and onions.

Step 5

In a bowl, mix together the diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato paste, chicken broth, crushed red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.

Step 6

Pour the tomato mixture over the sausages and vegetables in the crock pot.

Step 7

Cover and cook on low heat for 6-7 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours, until the sausages are fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if necessary.

Step 9

Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot as is, or pair with crusty bread, rice, or over cooked pasta for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1957.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1875.9

Total Fat 138.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 240.0mg	0%
Sodium 6473.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.4g	0%
Total Sugars 34.2g
Protein 77.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 324.0mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 3707.8mg	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: 65.8%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 17.9%