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Weeknight • Pork

Hearty Sausage and Pepper Skillet

This robust skillet dinner features savory sausage, colorful bell peppers, and tender onions, all cooked in one pan for an easy cleanup.

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Hearty Sausage and Pepper Skillet

Looking for a satisfying meal that comes together without a fuss? This Hearty Sausage and Pepper Skillet is your answer! It's packed with flavor, simple to prepare, and makes clean-up a breeze since everything cooks in just one pan. Perfect for a busy weeknight!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or hot), casings removed if desired, or sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 large onion, cut into wedges or thick slices
  • 1 red bell pepper, cored and sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, cored and sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet (oven-safe if you want to finish in the oven, but not necessary) over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon if using ground, until browned and cooked through. Remove sausage from the skillet and set aside, leaving a little fat in the pan.

  2. Step 2

    Add the onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften and get a little color.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

  4. Step 4

    Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Add the diced tomatoes (undrained), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together well.

  5. Step 5

    Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender.

  6. Step 6

    Remove the lid and cook for a few more minutes uncovered if you want the sauce to thicken slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

  7. Step 7

    Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired and serve hot. This skillet is delicious on its own, with crusty bread, or over rice or pasta.

Tips

  • For an extra layer of flavor, use a mix of sweet and hot Italian sausage. Or try chicken or turkey sausage for a lighter option.
  • If you like a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the garlic.
  • This dish is fantastic for meal prep! It reheats beautifully and the flavors only get better the next day.

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