Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Brown Gravy Bangers
This slow cooker brown gravy bangers recipe is a hearty comfort meal made with only four simple ingredients. The sausages slowly cook in a rich brown gravy with onions until they become tender, juicy, and full of flavor. It’s an easy “set-it-and-forget-it” dish that’s perfect for busy days and family dinners.
Servings
4 servings
Ingredients
8 thick pork sausages (about 2 pounds), uncooked
2 cans (10.5 oz each) condensed brown gravy or brown gravy with mushrooms
1 packet (1 oz) brown gravy mix
1 medium yellow onion, sliced into thick wedges
Instructions
1. Brown the Sausages
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausages and cook for 5–7 minutes, turning them occasionally until browned on all sides. They do not need to be fully cooked yet. Transfer the browned sausages to the slow cooker.
2. Add the Onions
Place the sliced onion wedges around and on top of the sausages inside the slow cooker. The onions will soften and blend into the gravy while cooking.
3. Prepare the Gravy
In a bowl, whisk together the condensed brown gravy and the dry brown gravy mix until smooth.
If the mixture is very thick, add about ¼ cup water to help it pour easily.
4. Combine Everything
Pour the gravy mixture over the sausages and onions in the slow cooker. Try to cover most of the sausages with the sauce.
5. Slow Cook
Cover and cook:
LOW: 6–7 hours
HIGH: 3–4 hours
The sausages will become tender and the gravy will turn rich and flavorful.
6. Finish and Serve
Stir the gravy gently before serving. Taste and add a little salt or black pepper if needed.
Serving Ideas
Serve the sausages with plenty of gravy over:
Mashed potatoes
Buttered egg noodles
Steamed rice
Thick slices of bread for an open-faced sandwich
Add sides like peas, green beans, coleslaw, or a simple salad to balance the rich gravy.
Tips & Variations
You can use beef sausages or bratwurst instead of pork.
Add baby carrots or mushrooms for extra flavor.
Stir in 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard to the gravy for a slight tang.
For a peppery taste, add ½ teaspoon coarse black pepper.
To stretch the meal, slice the cooked sausages into thick pieces during the last 30 minutes of cooking so they absorb more gravy.
This dish is simple, filling, and perfect for a cozy family dinner.
