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Cheesy Chicken Sausage Crockpot

Creamy, cheesy, and comforting slow cooker chicken sausage with potatoes and cheddar — the ultimate easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 460
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crockpot Base
  • 1.5 lbs chicken sausage sliced
  • 6 potatoes diced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for searing

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Slice chicken sausage and sear in olive oil until browned.
  2. Add potatoes, onions, and garlic to slow cooker, layering sausage on top.
  3. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder, then pour in broth and cream.
  4. Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until potatoes are tender.
  5. Stir in shredded cheese 30 minutes before serving until creamy.
  6. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Add cheese near the end for the best texture. Great with crusty bread or over rice.