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Crock Pot Chicken Scarpariello

Savory Crock Pot Chicken Scarpariello for Cozy Family Dinners

Discover a comforting Crock Pot Chicken Scarpariello packed with flavors for cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use vegetable oil for a neutral flavor.
  • 1 pound Sweet Italian Sausage Use bulk sausage rather than links to simplify preparation.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Shallots can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic preferred for best taste.
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs Avoid using chicken breasts as they may result in toughness if overcooked.
  • 1 pound Baby Yukon Gold Potatoes Any small waxy potato variety works.
  • 1 cup Peppadew Peppers Mild sweet peppers can replace peppadew if unavailable.
  • 1 cup White Cooking Wine Can substitute with additional chicken broth if preferred.
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Use low-sodium to control overall saltiness.
  • 2 tablespoons White Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary Fresh herbs always provide the best flavor, but dried can be used in smaller quantities.
Optional Additions
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Feel free to mix colors for a more visually appealing dish.
  • 2 medium Carrots Chop them into similar sizes as the potatoes for even cooking.
  • 1 pound Spicy Sausage Swap sweet Italian sausage for spicy sausage to elevate heat.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sweet Italian sausage, breaking it into chunks as it browns, which should take about 5-7 minutes. Once browned nicely, transfer the sausage to your slow cooker, letting the oil and flavor linger in the skillet.
  2. In the same skillet, toss in the chopped yellow onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes until the onions are translucent and fragrant, then pour the onion-garlic mixture into the slow cooker with the sausage.
  3. Place the chicken thighs into the slow cooker, ensuring they’re well-seasoned with salt and pepper on both sides.
  4. Layer in the halved baby Yukon Gold potatoes and chopped peppadew peppers over the chicken. Gently stir to combine without disturbing the chicken too much.
  5. Pour in the white cooking wine, low-sodium chicken broth, and white wine vinegar over the mix in the slow cooker. Toss in the fresh rosemary sprigs.
  6. Cover your slow cooker and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  7. If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  8. Once the cooking time is complete, carefully scoop out the Crock Pot Chicken Scarpariello, ensuring each serving includes some sausage, chicken, and vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, prep ingredients the night before and store in the refrigerator; this saves time on busy days.

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