Description
A hearty, cheesy, and comforting one-pot meal featuring tender chicken sausage, fresh vegetables, and a rich creamy sauce — perfect for busy weekdays or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
1 pound chicken sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces (mild or smoked)
2 cups broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
2 cups cauliflower florets, fresh or frozen
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup shredded carrots
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables:
Wash and chop the broccoli and cauliflower into bite-sized florets. Dice the onion and bell pepper, and shred the carrots if needed. Set aside.
Layer the Crockpot:
Spray the inside of the crockpot with non-stick cooking spray or coat lightly with olive oil. Add onion, garlic, bell pepper, and shredded carrots to the bottom. Layer broccoli and cauliflower on top.
Add the Chicken Sausage:
Place the sliced sausage over the vegetable mixture. Sprinkle paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the top.
Prepare the Cheese Mixture:
In a medium bowl, combine shredded cheddar cheese, heavy cream, and cream cheese. Mix until smooth. Microwave cream cheese for 10–15 seconds if too firm.
Pour and Cover:
Pour the cheese mixture evenly over the sausage and vegetables. Spread lightly to coat everything. Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours.
- Stir Before Serving:
About 30 minutes before serving, gently stir the mixture for even cheese distribution.
Serve:
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes. Serve hot from the crockpot.
Notes
Use pre-cooked chicken sausage to prevent overcooking.
Layer vegetables strategically: denser ones at the bottom for even cooking.
If the sauce is too thick, add 1/4 cup cream or milk during cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–5 hours (low) or 2–3 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Crockpot / Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1–1.5 cups per person
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Cheesy Chicken Sausage Crockpot, Slow Cooker Chicken Sausage, One-Pot Chicken Dinner