Chicken and Sausage Peperoncini Stew (Slow Cooker)

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. 2
   Add sausage to the pan and brown, stirring frequently, breaking up large chunks.
3. 3
   Transfer to a 4-quart slow cooker. (It doesn't have to be cooked all the way through -- just get some color on it.)Turn the heat up to high and add chicken chunks. Brown the chicken quickly (again, doesn't have to be cooked through).
4. 4
   Transfer chicken and any juices into the slow cooker.
5. 5
   Add remaining ingredients (except for the cream and cheese) into the slow cooker and give it a quick stir. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
6. 6
   Add cream during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
7. 7
   Sprinkle cheese over the top and add more for garnish, if desired.
8. 8
   Serve over pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, quinoa, or zucchini noodles.