Description
Hearty and flavorful Crockpot Sausage Casserole perfect for busy nights. This easy slow-cooker dish combines savory sausage, tender vegetables, and a rich tomato-based sauce, slow-cooked to perfection for a comforting, fuss-free family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Meat
- 1 pound Italian or breakfast sausage
Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups baby or diced russet potatoes
Liquids and Sauce
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack)
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: Start by browning the sausage in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked and slightly crispy around the edges. This step enhances flavor and ensures the sausage isn’t greasy in the casserole.
- Prepare Vegetables: While the sausage cooks, chop the onions, bell peppers, and garlic. Dice the potatoes into bite-sized pieces to cook evenly in the crockpot.
- Layer Ingredients in the Crockpot: Place the diced potatoes at the bottom, followed by browned sausage, onions, bell peppers, and garlic. Pour tomato sauce and chicken broth over the mix, then sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper on top.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The slow cooker will combine all flavors and tenderize the potatoes perfectly.
- Add Cheese and Finish: About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle shredded cheese on top, cover, and let it melt thoroughly. This final touch adds a creamy, savory finish to your Crockpot Sausage Casserole.
Notes
- Brown the Sausage First: This prevents excess grease and gives richer flavor and better texture.
- Uniform Potato Sizes: Dice potatoes evenly to ensure they cook through at the same rate.
- Avoid Overfilling: Leave some space in your crockpot for steam to circulate and cook ingredients properly.
- Timing Matters: Use the low heat setting for deeper flavor development; high heat works for quick meals.
- Cheese Last: Add the cheese near the end to keep it melty and fresh, rather than rubbery.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Keywords: crockpot, sausage casserole, slow cooker, easy dinner, comfort food, family meal, one-pot, gluten free