Save A vibrant, quick one-pan meal featuring juicy sausage, sweet bell peppers, and a burst of fresh basil for a flavor-packed weeknight dinner.
I enjoy making this dish on busy weeknights because it comes together so fast and fills the kitchen with amazing aromas.
Ingredients
- Italian sausages: 500 g (1 lb) mild or spicy, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Red bell pepper: 1 large, sliced into strips
- Yellow bell pepper: 1 large, sliced into strips
- Red onion: 1 medium, thinly sliced
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup, halved
- Dried oregano: 1 teaspoon
- Crushed red pepper flakes: 1/2 teaspoon optional
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- Fresh basil leaves: 1 packed cup, torn
- Parmesan cheese: freshly grated, for serving (optional)
- Cooked rice, pasta, or crusty bread: for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oil:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook sausage:
- Add sausage slices and cook until browned on all sides about 5 7 minutes Remove sausage from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté vegetables:
- In the same skillet add red and yellow bell peppers and red onion Sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Add garlic and tomatoes:
- Stir in minced garlic and cherry tomatoes Cook for another 2 3 minutes until tomatoes start to soften.
- Combine and cook:
- Return sausage to the skillet Add dried oregano crushed red pepper flakes if using salt and pepper Toss to combine and cook for 5 more minutes until everything is heated through and flavors meld.
- Finish with basil:
- Remove from heat Stir in torn basil leaves just before serving.
- Serve:
- Serve hot topped with Parmesan if desired alongside rice pasta or crusty bread.
Save This meal often brings my family together because everyone loves the fresh basil aroma and colorful peppers.
Required Tools
Large skillet, chefs knife, cutting board, wooden spoon or spatula
Allergen Information
Contains Pork if using pork sausages Dairy if using Parmesan cheese Gluten-Free if using gluten-free sausage and no bread or pasta always check sausage labels for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 410 Total Fat 30 g Carbohydrates 14 g Protein 21 g per serving
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This skillet supper is a fast flavorful dinner that’s perfect any night of the week.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use turkey or chicken sausage?
Yes, substituting turkey or chicken sausage offers a lighter variation while maintaining great flavor.
- → What vegetables can I add to this dish?
Zucchini or mushrooms make excellent additions and add extra texture and nutrients.
- → How do I make this dish gluten-free?
Choose gluten-free sausage and avoid bread or pasta sides to keep the meal gluten-free.
- → Can I prepare this ahead of time?
The skillet can be cooked and refrigerated, then reheated gently before serving for convenience.
- → What wine pairs well with this skillet meal?
A crisp white wine like Pinot Grigio complements the herbaceous and savory flavors in this dish.