Skillet Italian Sausage and Peppers
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Apparently garlic fixes everything, and you knew it before I did. After a few of you suggested adding it to this Italian Sausage & Peppers, I gave it a try… and wow! Turns out, garlic takes this from good to seriously addictive.
A Reader’s Review
Terrific recipe! Easy, fast, and delicious. I made it exactly as the recipe using hot Italian sausages. My husband and I loved it.
– Marcia
All the Reasons This Dish is on Repeat!
- Built-in flavor boosters! Browning the sausage in the same skillet infuses the entire dish with rich, savory flavor!
- Family friendly and picky eater approved! Savory sausage and sweet peppers make this an easy win with kids and adults.
- It’s a one skillet wonder! Less cleanup = more time to sit down and enjoy dinner like a civilized person (or at least pretend to).
Italian Sausage and Peppers Ingredients
- Sausage: Use mild or spicy Italian sausage, sliced, crumbled, or whole. Precooked options like kielbasa or smoked sausage work as well, and cook even faster.
- Cheese It Up: Finish with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan or Romano cheese.
- Boost the Flavor: Add 1/4 cup red wine to the sauce for extra depth.
- How to Serve It: Serve it over rice, pasta, polenta, or enjoy it on its own.
- Bring on the Heat: Want to add a little spice? Toss in some red pepper flakes.
How to Make Italian Sausage and Peppers
This Italian sausage with peppers looks restaurant worthy, but couldn’t be easier. Bright peppers, golden sausage, with tomatoes, herbs, and garlic, come together right at home! For a creamy pasta version, make my one pan creamy sausage pasta bake next!
- Brown Sausage: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the Italian sausage. Cook for 4-5 minutes, then remove the sausage from the pan and reserve it on a plate.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the olive oil, bell peppers, and onion to the skillet, then stir and cook until tender, about 5-6 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Simmer and Serve: Add sausage back to the skillet, along with the Italian seasoning, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste, then let it simmer for about 5 minutes, until heated through. Serve warm.
How to Store and Reheat Leftovers
The flavors in this Italian sausage and peppers get even better overnight! So, if you can, make extra, you’ll be glad you did.
- In the Fridge: Keep in a tightly sealed container for 4-5 days in the fridge.
- In the Freezer: freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Let it thaw overnight in the fridge before heating.
- Reheating: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through to 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add 1 pound sliced Italian sausage . Cook for 4-5 minutes, then remove the sausage from the pan and reserve it on a plate. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, 3 cups sliced bell peppers , and 1 cup sliced onion to the skillet. Cook until tender, about 5-6 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Add sausage back to the skillet, along with 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, and 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes, until heated through. Serve warm.
Calories: 506kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 19gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 86mgSodium: 1257mgPotassium: 973mgFiber: 6gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 3891IUVitamin C: 163mgCalcium: 102mgIron: 4mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.