Best 8 Simple Crock Pot Bratwurst Dinner Recipes

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If you're looking for a fuss-free and flavorful weeknight meal, a simple crock pot bratwurst dinner is the perfect option. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a hearty and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. Simply toss your favorite bratwurst sausages, vegetables, and seasonings into the slow cooker, and let it do the work for you. Whether you prefer mild or spicy bratwurst, or want to add your own creative twists, this versatile dish offers endless possibilities. So, gather your ingredients, turn on your slow cooker, and get ready to savor a delicious and effortless crock pot bratwurst dinner.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW-COOKER GERMAN BRATWURST



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I created this Old World favorite from a dish I had during my travels. The flavorful entree is perfect for weeknights or special occasions. I like to serve this slow-cooker bratwurst with pasta. —Gerald Hetrick, Erie, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h15m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 pounds uncooked bratwurst links
3 bottles (12 ounces each) German-style beer or 4-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 jar (32 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
4 medium Granny Smith apples (about 1-1/4 pounds), cut into wedges
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
1-1/2 teaspoons caraway seeds
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In batches, in a large nonstick skillet, brown bratwursts over medium-high heat. Transfer to a 7-qt. slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients., Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until a thermometer inserted in sausage reads at least 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calories, Fat 35g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 1424mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

CROCK POT BRATWURST AND PEPPERS



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My brother-in-law shared this recipe with us. It is a very easy and delicious recipe. A nice variation from grilled brats, particularly during very cold weather when you don't want to get the grill out, or when you're too busy watching a Green Bay Packer game! This recipe is definitely a Midwest U.S. region favorite.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 6h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 fresh bratwursts (preferably Johnsonville brand)
1 tablespoon butter
1 red bell pepper, sliced in strips
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced in strips
1 green bell pepper, sliced in strips
1 sweet onion, sliced and quartered
1 apple, halved and sliced (Granny Smith works well)
36 ounces beer
hoagie roll

Steps:

  • Lightly brown bratwursts in butter.
  • Layer one half of the bell peppers, onion and apple in the bottom of the crock pot.
  • Place 3 bratwursts on top.
  • Repeat with remaining veggies and bratwurst.
  • Pour beer over all.
  • Cook on high for 1- 2 hours.
  • Turn to low and cook at least 4 more hours.
  • Serve brat and pepper mixture on rolls with mustard or favorite condiment.
  • Excellent with sauerkraut and German potato salad.

SIMPLE CROCK-POT BRATWURST DINNER



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After reviewing several other bratwurst and sauerkraut recipes, I found that none of them fit what I wanted, so I made this up, and it was delicious. Perhaps someone else looking for that good, simply bratwurst and sauerkraut recipe will find this useful.

Provided by Dulcet Kitchen

Categories     German

Time P1DT10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb uncooked bratwurst
1 lb yukon gold potato, in 1 . 5 inch chunks
1 onion, in 1 inch chunks
1 (14 ounce) can sauerkraut
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried parsley
sour cream or mustard

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in the bottom of the crockpot, followed by onion.
  • Place whole (not cut up!) bratwurst over top of the onion and potatoes.
  • Spoon sauerkraut over bratwurst, and then pour water over the sauerkraut.
  • Sprinkle with black pepper and parsley.
  • Cover with crock pot lid and cook on low for 8-10 hours.
  • Serve with sour cream and/or mustard.

APPLE, ONION AND BRATWURST (CROCK POT)



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I needed to make something for dinner and thought I'd try brats in the crock pot. They turned out great! All the kids had 2 and wanted more, LOL! I didn't have any beer so I tried pouring apple juice over it all and it turned out just as tasty. You could use beer if you like. No need to fire up the grill. It cooks all day while you're at work and is ready when you get home!

Provided by WI Cheesehead

Categories     Apple

Time 6h10m

Yield 8 bratwursts

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 bratwursts
2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large onion, sliced into rings
2 apples, cored and sliced into rings
2 cups apple juice or 2 cups beer

Steps:

  • Place onion rings into bottom of the crock pot and add apple rings.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet and add brats and garlic. Brown on all sides, poke a couple holes, and transfer to the crock pot.
  • Pour the apple juice or beer over all, cover, and cook on low for 6-8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369, Fat 28.3, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 62.9, Sodium 722.1, Carbohydrate 16.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 11.2, Protein 12

ONE-DISH BRATWURST DINNER



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This recipe easily doubles and the leftovers are great. By simple reheating the brat separately and then the veggies and fruit mixture, it preserves the initial tastes. I serve this dish at least twice a month. It's easy to prepare and there is no need for side dishes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 uncooked bratwurst links
1 small apple, cored and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 small sweet onion, halved and sliced
1 medium sweet potato, peeled, halved and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/4 cup apple cider or juice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook brats over medium heat until browned; drain. , Add the apple, onion and sweet potato; pour cider over the top. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25 minutes or until brats are cooked and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Fat 25g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 730mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

CHEESY BRAT STEW FOR THE SLOW COOKER



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This is a delicious stew! Easy to make and wonderful to eat. Great for those chilly days watching football games.

Provided by SGUSE

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 3h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 bratwurst links, browned and cut into 1/2 inch slices
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 (15 ounce) can green beans, drained
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
⅔ cup water

Steps:

  • Place the bratwurst, potatoes, minced onion, green beans, red pepper, Cheddar cheese, mushroom soup and water into a slow cooker. Cover, and cook on medium for 3 hours, or until potatoes are fork-tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 603.5 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Cholesterol 102.4 mg, Fat 40.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 1487 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

CROCK POT ITALIAN SAUSAGE DINNER



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This is one of my mom's recipes when she wanted to change things from just meat and potatoes all the time. I have adjusted this recipe after additional review.

Provided by Bippie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 9h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs pre-cooked Italian sausage, cut into 1/2 inch slices
1/2 cup water
2 chopped green onions
2 tablespoons steak sauce, like A1
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice, the kind with green pepper already added
2 cups uncooked basmati rice, soaked for 8 hours

Steps:

  • Place water, sausage and green onions in crock pot.
  • Add steak sauce, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning and salt.
  • Cover with lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3 hours.
  • Stir in uncooked rice and tomatoes with juice.
  • Cover and cook an additional 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 643.2, Fat 33, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 64.7, Sodium 1758.7, Carbohydrate 58.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 4.8, Protein 27.7

WISCONSIN SLOW COOKER BRATS



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These are the best and easiest brats you'll ever taste.

Provided by Ly

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 4h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 bratwurst
2 (12 fluid ounce) cans or bottles beer
1 onion, sliced
¾ cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Place bratwurst, beer, onion, and ketchup in a slow cooker. Pour water over mixture until everything is covered. Set slow cooker to HIGH and cook for 4 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.
  • Grill bratwurst on preheated grill until they are browned, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 69.2 mg, Fat 27.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 1046.2 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality bratwursts for the best flavor. Look for plump, evenly colored sausages with no signs of damage.
  • Brown the bratwursts before cooking them in the crock pot. This will help to lock in the flavor and give them a nice crispy exterior.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your crock pot bratwurst dinner. This will add flavor and nutrients to the dish. Some good options include potatoes, carrots, onions, and cabbage.
  • Add a flavorful liquid to the crock pot. This could be beer, broth, or even water. The liquid will help to keep the bratwursts moist and flavorful as they cook.
  • Cook the bratwursts on low heat for 6-8 hours, or until they are cooked through. You can also cook them on high heat for 3-4 hours, but be sure to check them frequently to make sure they don't overcook.
  • Serve the bratwursts with your favorite sides. Some good options include mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

Crock pot bratwurst dinner is a delicious and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give crock pot bratwurst dinner a try. You won't be disappointed!

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