Instant Pot BBQ Sausage & Peppers on Buns

Instant Pot BBQ Sausage & Peppers on buns are usually something you eat at a cookout or done on a grill. Well, busy weeknights usually don’t afford us that luxury – except if you have the Instant Pot. Yes, my friend…. these yummy summertime favorites are back on the menu!

Whip Up These Yummy Instant Pot BBQ Sausages & Peppers Tonight!!

This sausages and peppers supper is one of the quickest meals to make when you’re rushing around trying to get everything done during the week. But even better than that, follow the directions and make this a freezer meal so now it cuts down your effort!! DINNER IS EASY PEASY!!  

Which Kind Of Sausages Can I Use For This Dish?

So there’s a lot of different sausages you can use. You would want to pick those with a natural casing. You can use spicier ones that I’ve used today, but because some people have a sensitivity to spicier foods, I kept things on the mild side.
Heck, if you like really spicy, feel free to use spicy Italian sausage or even chorizo! But you can also go even milder than an Italian sausage, and use bratwursts if you prefer.

Directions For How To Assemble The Instant Pot BBQ Sausages & Peppers Freezer Meal: 

1. In a large bowl, combine the cut up sausages. Add the sliced onions to the bowl as well as the extra Italian seasoning. Mix all ingredients together, and transfer to an 8 x 7-inch freezer bag. Seal the bag removing as much air as possible.
2. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the peppers into thin slices.  Place into another 8 x 7 freezer bag. Seal the bag.
3. Group together all the smaller freezer bags and place into a larger gallon-sized freezer bag. Add the printed recipe into the bag as well for reference. 
4. Freeze for up to 3 months. 

Print the recipe, add it to the freezer bag and you will be all set when it’s time to cook it! You will thank yourself later. 🙂

 

Directions for Cooking These Sausages On A Bun Meal From Fresh

Starting out, you can choose to sear the cut sausages if you like, but you don’t have to.
You can simply add the sausages, onions, and broth to the Instant Pot. 
Put the venting nozzle to the sealed position. 
Cook on manual high pressure for 5 minutes. Do a quick release and drain any liquid from the pot. (Internal temperature of pork should be 145 degrees Fahrenheit) .
Add the sliced peppers and the bbq sauce. Mix.  Place the lid back on the pot. Move the toggle switch is on sealed. 
Press ‘steam’ for 0 minutes. Do a quick release and fill the buns!

Directions for Cooking Instant Pot BBQ Sausage With Peppers From Frozen

Add the frozen sausage pieces and frozen onions to the Instant Pot cooking insert. Add the cooking liquid.
Cover, seal and cook on manual high pressure for 5 minutes.
Do a natural release for 2 minutes. Release any steam. Drain the cooking liquid.
(Internal temperature of pork should be 145 degrees Fahrenheit) .
Add the peppers and the bbq sauce. Cover and switch to “sealing”
Cook on “steam” for 0 minutes. Quick-release, remove the lid and stir. Serve!
**Note: Whenever you add food that has been frozen to the pressure cooker, it will take longer to come to pressure. 

 

Directions for Cooking BBQ Instant Pot Sausage On A Bun In The Slow Cooker

Thaw the bags of ingredients in the fridge the night before.
Add the sausage pieces and onions to the slow cooker bowl.  Add the cooking liquid. Cook on high for 3 – 4 hours or low for 5 – 6. (Internal temperature of pork should be 145 degrees Fahrenheit) 
Drain the cooking liquid and then add the peppers and barbeque sauce.  Cook on high for another 30 minutes. Mix well and serve.

 

How Long Will This Sausage Dish Be Good For In The Freezer Meal Bags?

You’re good to go for, I’d say, up to three months as long as you use proper freezer bags or containers. 

Tips and Tricks For Making These BBQ Instant Pot Sausages and Peppers 

Try doubling the recipe to make TWO freezer meals at one time, or freeze one meal and make the other for dinner that night!
You can add extra seasonings like dried chili flakes to make it spicier if you prefer. 
Also, adding sliced banana peppers in with the sliced sweet peppers would be dynamite! 
Use your favorite bbq sauce is the best bet, and be generous as the sauce is absorbed some by the bun.

 

What Side Dishes Can I Serve With These Instant Pot Sausages and Peppers Meal?

Grilled corn on the cob (4 ways!)
Amazing Rosemary Bacon Roasted Potatoes 
Smoky Bacon Hassleback Potatoes with Cream Sauce
Instant Pot Corn on the cob with Garlic Butter

Can I Make This Sausage Recipe Low Carb? 

Absolutely!! You just can replace the bbq sauce with a sugar-free sauce. Try this recipe for a sugar free sauce. No matter what sauce you use, this BBQ sausage with peppers will be amazing!

Can I Refreeze The Cooked Leftovers?

Absolutely! Up to a month in the freezer would be fine. This only applies to cooked leftovers. Never thaw the RAW frozen meal and then refreeze. 

This BBQ Sausage & Peppers dish in the Instant Pot is one of a series of Instant Pot dishes that I made with time-saving, freezer meal applications in mind. There are a few different kinds that I’ve made like 

Hearty Beef Stew In Instant Pot
Instant Pot BBQ Pork and Onions
Instant Pot Garlic and Honey Chicken

I can’t wait to hear about what you thought of this freezer meal. Leave me some comments if you made any adjustments to the recipe too. I am always looking to try new things. 🙂 I hope you have an awesome day and thanks for stopping by!

**DON’T FORGET TO PIN THIS BBQ INSTANT POT SAUSAGES AND PEPPERS RECIPE TO YOUR FAVORITE PINTEREST BOARD TO USE FOR LATER!!**