Description
Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Kielbasa Bites are a delicious and easy appetizer featuring sliced kielbasa sausage cooked low and slow with a tangy honey mustard sauce, colorful bell peppers, and onions. Perfect for parties or as a quick meal served over rice, these flavorful bites combine a sweet and savory glaze with tender vegetables and savory sausage.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Vegetables
- 1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
Honey Mustard Sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker: Place the sliced kielbasa, diced red and green bell peppers, and diced onion into the slow cooker, spreading them evenly.
- Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper until smooth and combined.
- Add sauce to slow cooker: Pour the honey mustard mixture over the kielbasa and vegetables in the slow cooker, stirring well to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Cook slowly: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours, stirring once or twice during cooking to ensure even coating and flavor distribution. Cook until the kielbasa is heated through and the vegetables are tender.
- Finish and serve: Once cooked, sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top for garnish. Serve the kielbasa bites warm as an appetizer, or over rice for a satisfying main dish.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey kielbasa for a leaner protein option.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce.
- These kielbasa bites freeze well; store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.
