Slow cooker sausage, bell peppers, and onions is an easy recipe that can be served any night of the week. Using simple and affordable ingredients, this tasty sausage recipe is packed with flavor. Instructions to make this healthy recipe in the Instant Pot are also included.
Ingredients For Slow Cooker Sausage, Bell Peppers & Onions
- Smoked Sausage
- Bell Peppers
- Onion
- Garlic
- Crushed Tomatoes
- Broth
- Seasonings: oregano, salt, pepper
How To Make Slow Cooker Sausage, Bell Peppers & Onions
- Add all ingredients to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.
- Cook HIGH 2-3 hours or LOW 4-6 hours.
- Turn on the Instant Pot to sauté. Once hot, add the oil, onion, and bell pepper. Cook 3-5 minutes or util the veggies are soft. Add the garlic & cook an additional minute. Turn off the pressure cooker.
- Pour in broth and deglaze the bottom of the pressure cooker by scraping all the bits off with a wooden spoon.
- Add all the remaining ingredients. Stir to mix well.
- Close lid and seal valve. Set high pressure and cook 7 minutes. When cooking time is complete, carefully quick-release the pressure.
FAQs & Tips
What type of sausage should you use?
This easy crockpot recipe calls for smoked sausage. Smoked sausage is already cooked. When it comes to the type of smoked sausage, that’s up to you. I use a generic smoked sausage but other suggestions include kielbasa or andouille sausage. Note, the type of sausage you use may alter the taste of the dish. For a list of Whole30 compatible sausages, see HERE.
What type of bell peppers should you use?
You do not need to use 3 different colored bell peppers. All green bell peppers will work just fine.
Is this enough liquid?
It may not seem like there is enough liquid in the slow cooker when it starts cooking because the food will not fully be submerged. This is normal. Trust me, you do not need to add any additional broth or tomatoes. Unless you want to turn this into a soup.
How do you serve this?
I served mine with rice but it will all depend on your dietary restrictions. For Whole30, paleo, or low-carb I suggest serving this over cauliflower rice, zoodles, or mashed cauliflower. Other options include mashed potatoes, rice or pasta.
How do you store leftovers?
Store leftover slow cooker sausage, bell pepper, and onions in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
What size slow cooker should you use?
I used a 6-quart slow cooker or Instant Pot.
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Crockpot Sausage, Bell Peppers, and Onions
Slow cooker sausage, bell peppers & onions is an easy recipe that can be served any night of the week. Using simple and affordable ingredients, this tasty sausage recipe is packed with flavor. Instructions to make this healthy recipe in the Instant Pot are also included
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner, Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking, Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 24 ounces smoked sausage, sliced into 1-inch rounds
- 3 bell peppers, sliced or chopped
- 1 large onion, sliced or chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth (or water)
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano (or another dried herb)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon oil of your choice (for Instant Pot only)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.
- Cook HIGH 2-3 hours or LOW 4-6 hours.
- Turn on the Instant Pot to sauté. Once hot, add the oil, onion, and bell pepper. Cook 3-5 minutes or util the veggies are soft. Add the garlic & cook an additional minute. Turn off the pressure cooker.
- Pour in broth and deglaze the bottom of the pressure cooker by scraping all the bits off with a wooden spoon.
- Add all the remaining ingredients. Stir to mix well.
- Close lid and seal valve. Set high pressure and cook 7 minutes. When cooking time is complete, carefully quick-release the pressure.
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13 thoughts on “Slow Cooker Sausage, Bell Peppers, and Onions”
Is this a keto friendly diet ???
Hi! Will be making this tomorrow. Just curious have you ever made it in a dutch oven? If yes, how long did you cook it and what setting on the stove? Thanks ??
Am I reading correctly that in an instantpot this only cooks for 7 minutes?
Sausage onion peppers started and I cant wait to sit down with the family later to enjoy it. Will let you know how it turns out!. Thanks for a great recipe!
I have made this twice now and I have to tell you, my family absolutely loves it! I serve it over rice. It’s in regular rotation, thank you!
You’re welcome! I’m so happy to hear you & the fam enjoy it!
Hi, I have the Insta pot Duo Nova, am I reading correctly that it only take about 7 minutes to make this meal?
Just got this one going in the crockpot! I did not have the chicken broth so I just used water. So far everything I’ve tried from this site is amaze!
I hope you enjoyed it!
Absolutely amazing!
When you say slow cooker are you using the instapot on the slow cooker setting or using a different crock pot all together?
No, I do not use the IP’s slow cooker function. When I say slow cooker I mean an actual slow cooker yes like the brand Crock-pot.
This looks hearty & healthy! NICE