This chicken sausage and peppers recipe is so easy to make in my Crockpot for family dinners. I just toss some Italian chicken sausages into the slow cooker with sliced bell peppers and onions, a jar of marinara, and Italian seasonings, then let it cook. Filled with 6 simple ingredients and comforting Italian flavors, this dump-and-go Crockpot meal checks all the right boxes!
Italian Chicken Sausage with Peppers, Onions, and Red Sauce
I’ve really loved adding chicken sausages into my regular meal rotation lately, and this Italian sausage and peppers recipe is a great way to use them! They’re juicy, flavorful, and so easy to cook with. My family really enjoyed the chicken sausage and bell pepper combo I used for this chicken sausage stir fry, so I tried it again. This time, I added marinara sauce and cooked everything in my Crockpot to turn it into a hands-off meal. The result is simple but so delicious, and my kids ate it right up!
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A simple dump-and-go Crockpot meal for weeknights!
After browning the chicken sausages, I just add the peppers, onions, and sauce to the slow cooker. Next thing I know, dinner is ready to serve. It tastes great with rice, but pasta would be a good way to soak up the marinara too!
Crockpot Chicken Sausage and Peppers Recipe
Equipment
- Crockpot
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 Italian chicken sausages (uncooked*)
- 24 ounces marinara sauce (1 jar**)
- 3 large bell peppers (sliced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ tablespoon Italian seasoning (***)
- cooked white rice (optional, for serving****)
Optional toppings:
- chopped fresh parsley
- grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Once heated, add in the chicken sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned on the edges. Transfer to a plate.2 tablespoons olive oil, 6 Italian chicken sausages
- Add the marinara sauce, bell peppers, onion, garlic, and Italian seasoning to the Crockpot. Stir to combine.24 ounces marinara sauce, 3 large bell peppers, 1 medium yellow onion, 3 cloves garlic, ½ tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Place the sausages on top.
- Cover and cook on high for 2-4 hours; or on low for 4-6 hours.
- Remove the sausages from the Crockpot and slice. Then, return to the Crockpot and stir in with the peppers and onions.
- Serve with cooked rice.cooked white rice
- Top with chopped parsley and grated parmesan.chopped fresh parsley, grated parmesan cheese
Notes
- Start with raw/uncooked sausage for this recipe. If you have pre-cooked sausage, you’ll need to wait until the last 30-60 minutes to add them to the slow cooker.
- Nutrition info does not include optional ingredients.
Note: Water, salt, pepper, oil, and broth are not counted as ingredients on this site.
How to Make Chicken Sausage and Peppers in a Crockpot Step by Step
Prep: Gather the list of ingredients for this chicken sausage and peppers recipe. Slice the bell peppers and onions, then mince the garlic.
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Brown the Sausage: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once heated, add 6 Italian chicken sausages to the pan, and cook for 3-4 minutes; until browned on the edges. Then transfer to a plate. Browning the sausages before adding them to the Crockpot creates a much better texture that holds up well during the long cook time.
Add Ingredients to the Crockpot: Add 24 ounces (1 jar) of marinara sauce, 3 sliced bell peppers, 1 sliced yellow onion, 3 minced cloves of garlic, and ½ tablespoon of Italian seasoning to the slow cooker. Stir to combine everything, then place the browned sausages on top.
Cook: Cover the Crockpot and cook on HIGH for 2-4 hours; or on LOW for 4-6 hours. Once cooked through, remove the sausages and slice them into coins. Then return them to the Crockpot and stir in with the peppers and onions.
Serve: I love to serve chicken sausage and peppers with rice to fill out the meal. Any cooked or leftover rice can be used. Use instant rice, or make it in a rice cooker while the Crockpot is going. Top each serving with chopped parsley and grated parmesan, if desired.
How to Store, Freeze, and Reheat
Store leftover chicken sausage, peppers, and onions with sauce, all together in an airtight container. Keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat in a pot on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring regularly until warmed through.
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