Description
Italian Sausage and Peppers Crockpot is a delightful dish that brings the flavors of Italy right to your kitchen. This hearty meal is easy to prepare and perfect for busy families.
Ingredients
- Italian sausage: 1.5 lbs (about 680 grams)
- Bell peppers: 3 (1 red, 1 green, 1 yellow)
- Onion: 1 large, sliced
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Diced tomatoes: 1 can (14.5 oz or about 400 grams)
- Italian seasoning: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon (or to taste)
- Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by slicing the bell peppers, onion, and mincing the garlic.
- Layer the sliced bell peppers at the bottom of the crockpot.
- Add the sliced onions and minced garlic on top of the peppers.
- Place the Italian sausage on top of the vegetables.
- Pour the can of diced tomatoes over everything.
- Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper evenly across the top.
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, stir the mixture before serving.
Notes
- Optional: Brown the sausage in olive oil for added flavor.
- Do not overcrowd the crockpot for even cooking.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350-400 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800-1000 mg
- Fat: 25-30 g
- Saturated Fat: 8-10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15-20 g
- Fiber: 3-4 g
- Protein: 20-25 g
- Cholesterol: 70-80 mg
Keywords: Italian Sausage, Peppers, Crockpot, Slow Cooker, Hearty Meal