Keto Sausage and Bell Pepper Slow Cooker Stew
A hearty slow cooker stew blending savory sausage with colorful bell peppers and onions, seasoned with smoked paprika for a deep smoky flavor. This mediterranean-inspired keto (paleo, whole30) ready in about 260 minutes pairs medium, sliced yellow onion, minced garlic, teaspoons smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 pound, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds keto-friendly pork sausage
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips yellow bell pepper
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips green bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced yellow onion
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound sliced keto-friendly pork sausage and brown for 4-5 minutes until edges are crisp. Transfer sausage to the slow cooker.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, sauté 1 medium sliced yellow onion, 3 cloves minced garlic, and 3 large sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, green) over medium heat for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 3: Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the slow cooker with the sausage. Add 2 teaspoons smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 cup chicken broth.
- Step 4: Stir everything gently to combine, cover, and cook on low for 4 hours.
- Step 5: Before serving, stir the stew and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with a side of steamed low-carb vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Keto Sausage and Bell Pepper Slow Cooker Stew take to make?
Total time is about 260 minutes (20 min prep + 240 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Keto Sausage and Bell Pepper Slow Cooker Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium, sliced yellow onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Keto Sausage and Bell Pepper Slow Cooker Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Keto Sausage and Bell Pepper Slow Cooker Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Keto Sausage and Bell Pepper Slow Cooker Stew paleo?
Yes — this recipe is tagged paleo, whole30, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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