Slow-Cooker Sausage Pizza Sloppy Joes

Health score
8%
Slow-Cooker Sausage Pizza Sloppy Joes
385 min.
18
350kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a mouthwatering twist on a classic favorite? Introducing Slow-Cooker Sausage Pizza Sloppy Joes! This delightful dish combines the savory flavors of Italian sausage, zesty pepperoni, and vibrant bell peppers, all simmered to perfection in a rich pizza sauce. The best part? You can set it and forget it in your slow cooker, making it an ideal choice for busy days or gatherings with friends and family.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as this hearty meal cooks slowly, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Each serving is a satisfying blend of protein, healthy fats, and just the right amount of carbs, making it a balanced option for any meal. With 18 servings, it’s perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week ahead.

Whether you’re hosting a game day party, a casual family dinner, or simply craving a comforting meal, these Sloppy Joes are sure to impress. Serve them on soft sandwich buns, topped with gooey mozzarella cheese, and watch as everyone comes back for seconds. Get ready to indulge in a deliciously messy, yet utterly satisfying experience that will have your taste buds dancing!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds ground sausage italian
  • cups bell pepper frozen thawed (from 1-pound bag)
  • 0.5 cup pepperoni chopped
  • 15 oz tomato sauce canned
  • 0.5 teaspoon seasoning italian
  • cup roma tomatoes coarsely chopped (plum)
  • 18  sandwich rolls 
  • oz mozzarella cheese shredded

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Cook sausage in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat 9 to 11 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink; drain.
  2. Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  3. Mix sausage, stir-fry vegetables, pepperoni, pizza sauce and Italian seasoning in cooker.
  4. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 4 to 6 hours.
  5. Stir in tomatoes. To serve, fill buns with sausage mixture and sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories350kcal
Protein16.04%
Fat45.68%
Carbs38.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.28
Glycemic Load
0.87
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.302173789429%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.09mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:349.73kcal
17.49%
Fat:17.66g
27.16%
Saturated Fat:6.22g
38.88%
Carbohydrates:33.3g
11.1%
Net Carbohydrates:31.1g
11.31%
Sugar:2.97g
3.3%
Cholesterol:37.99mg
12.66%
Sodium:798.68mg
34.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.95g
27.89%
Selenium:34.07µg
48.67%
Vitamin B1:0.52mg
34.51%
Vitamin C:25.4mg
30.79%
Vitamin B3:4.29mg
21.43%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.68%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.34%
Folate:69.73µg
17.43%
Phosphorus:157.43mg
15.74%
Vitamin A:784.32IU
15.69%
Iron:2.75mg
15.26%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.5%
Zinc:1.64mg
10.91%
Calcium:107.99mg
10.8%
Vitamin B12:0.56µg
9.41%
Potassium:308.73mg
8.82%
Fiber:2.19g
8.78%
Copper:0.17mg
8.25%
Magnesium:29.95mg
7.49%
Vitamin E:0.97mg
6.46%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.12%
Vitamin K:3.56µg
3.39%