Basil Sausage Pepper Skillet (Printable)

Juicy sausage cooked with bell peppers and fresh basil in a quick, flavorful skillet meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 1 lb Italian sausages (mild or spicy), sliced into 1-inch pieces

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 large red bell pepper, sliced into strips
04 - 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
05 - 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Herbs & Seasonings

08 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
09 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
11 - 1 packed cup fresh basil leaves, torn

→ Optional Extras

12 - Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
13 - Cooked rice, pasta, or crusty bread, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
02 - Add sausage slices and cook until browned on all sides, about 5–7 minutes. Remove sausage from skillet and set aside.
03 - Add red and yellow bell peppers and red onion to the same skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
04 - Stir in minced garlic and cherry tomatoes. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until tomatoes soften.
05 - Return sausage to skillet. Add dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Toss to combine and cook for 5 more minutes until heated through and flavors meld.
06 - Remove from heat and stir in torn basil leaves just before serving.
07 - Serve hot, topped with Parmesan if desired, alongside rice, pasta, or crusty bread.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare
  • Flavor-packed with fresh basil
02 -
  • Swap in chicken sausage or turkey sausage for a lighter version
  • Add zucchini or mushrooms for extra veggies
03 -
  • Use fresh basil torn by hand for best flavor release
  • Brown the sausage well to enhance taste and texture
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