Crockpot BBQ Sausages Recipe
This Crockpot BBQ Sausages recipe combines smoky kielbasa sausages with a tangy, sweet BBQ sauce blend made from barbecue sauce, chili sauce, and grape jelly. The sausages are first browned in a skillet to enhance flavor and then slow-cooked in the crockpot for 2 hours to meld all the rich, savory-sweet flavors, making it a perfect dish for a flavorful, easy-to-prepare meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Sausages
- 3 smoked or kielbasa sausages (12–14 oz each), cut into 1-inch pieces
Sauce
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup chili sauce
- 1/2 cup grape jelly
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: Place the sliced sausage pieces into a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat for 8–10 minutes, stirring frequently to brown them evenly and develop rich flavor.
- Drain Grease and Transfer: After browning, carefully drain off the excess grease from the skillet, then transfer the browned sausage pieces into the crockpot.
- Add the Sauces: Pour in the barbecue sauce, chili sauce, and grape jelly over the sausages in the crockpot.
- Cook in Crockpot: Stir the mixture thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly. Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes to prevent sticking and ensure the flavors blend harmoniously.
Notes
- Browning the sausages first adds a deeper flavor and helps reduce excess grease in the final dish.
- Stirring occasionally during cooking prevents the sauce from sticking to the crockpot and enhances flavor melding.
- Serve these BBQ sausages over rice, mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Adjust sauces to taste if you prefer it spicier or sweeter.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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