Craving a hearty, family-friendly pasta dinner with bold Italian flavors. This Slow Cooker Italian Sausage Noodle dish is loaded with juicy sausage, sweet bell peppers, and tender pappardelle noodles, all simmered together in a savory tomato and herb broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends!
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
1/2 cup extra chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 cups chicken broth (plus 1/2 cup extra from above = 3½ cups total)
8 oz pappardelle or wide egg noodles
1/2 cup heavy cream
Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions:
- Brown the Sausage and Sauté Veggies
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook for 5–6 minutes, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess fat and transfer sausage to a slow cooker.
In the same pan, sauté onion and garlic until soft (2–3 minutes). Transfer to the slow cooker.
- Build the Flavor Base
Add bell peppers, diced tomatoes with juice, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and 3½ cups chicken broth (to replace the removed wine). Stir well to combine.
- Let It Cook Low and Slow
Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until the vegetables are soft and the sauce is rich.
- Add the Noodles
With 30 minutes remaining, stir in the pappardelle noodles, ensuring they’re covered with liquid.
Cover again and cook until the noodles are tender, about 25–30 minutes.
- Make It Creamy
Stir in the heavy cream and let it warm through for 5 minutes.
Serve and Enjoy:
Dish up warm bowls of these Italian-Style Noodles, top with grated Parmesan and fresh basil, and enjoy with a side of crusty bread or salad!
Pro Tip: For extra creaminess, stir in a bit more heavy cream or add shredded mozzarella before serving!
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