Sweet Italian Sausage and Veggie Skillet (32 Minutes)

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This sweet Italian sausage and veggie skillet is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

This hearty meal features juicy sweet Italian sausages, vibrant bell peppers, and onions, all cooked together in one skillet for easy cleanup.

It’s a delicious, colorful, and satisfying dish that the whole family will love. Let’s get cooking!

  • Prep Time: 7 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 sweet Italian sausages, cut in half
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients (5 minutes): Slice the bell peppers and onion. Mince the garlic.
  2. Cook the sausages (10 minutes): In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the halved sausages to the skillet, cut side down. Cook until they are browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté the vegetables (10 minutes): In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized, about 8 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  4. Combine and season (5 minutes): Return the sausages to the skillet with the vegetables. Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sausages to heat through.
  5. Serve (2 minutes): Garnish the skillet with fresh chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy this dish on its own or over a bed of rice, pasta, or with a side of crusty bread.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can deglaze the skillet with a splash of white wine before adding the chicken broth.

This dish can also be made with hot Italian sausages if you prefer a bit of heat.

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat in the skillet or microwave before serving.

Enjoy this sweet Italian sausage and veggie skillet as a quick, delicious, and colorful meal that’s perfect for any night of the week!

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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