Description
This hearty and flavorful Crockpot Sausage Casserole is a delicious and easy weeknight meal that can be prepared in your slow cooker. Packed with savory sausage, vegetables, and beans, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound pork sausages (or chicken sausages), sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini or kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown Sausage: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown sausage pieces on all sides for 5–6 minutes. Transfer to crockpot.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and bell pepper for 3–4 minutes. Add to crockpot.
- Add Ingredients: Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, tomato paste, thyme, paprika, oregano, and beans. Stir to combine.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until vegetables are tender.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- This casserole pairs well with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
- For a spicier kick, use hot Italian sausages or add red pepper flakes.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
