Save to Pinterest A vibrant, quick one-pan meal featuring juicy sausage, sweet bell peppers, and a burst of fresh basil for a flavor-packed weeknight dinner.
This meal became a family favorite because of its vibrant colors and bold flavors that come together in under 40 minutes.
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 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
- Step 1:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Step 2:
- Add sausage slices and cook until browned on all sides about 57 minutes. Remove sausage from skillet and set aside.
- Step 3:
- In the same skillet add red and yellow bell peppers and red onion. Sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Step 4:
- Stir in minced garlic and cherry tomatoes. Cook for another 23 minutes until tomatoes start to soften.
- Step 5:
- 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.
- Step 6:
- Remove from heat. Stir in torn basil leaves just before serving.
- Step 7:
- Serve hot topped with Parmesan if desired alongside rice pasta or crusty bread.
Save to Pinterest Cooking this skillet meal always brings the family to the kitchen eager to eat and share stories from the day.
Required Tools
Large skillet chefs knife cutting board wooden spoon or spatula are needed to prepare this meal with ease
Allergen Information
This recipe may contain pork dairy and gluten depending on ingredient choices please check labels carefully
Nutritional Information
Per serving this dish provides 410 calories 30 grams of fat 14 grams of carbohydrates and 21 grams of protein
Save to Pinterest Enjoy this colorful and flavorful dish any night of the week for a satisfying meal.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I use a different type of sausage?
Yes, chicken or turkey sausage can be used for a lighter variation while maintaining great flavor.
- → What vegetables can I add for extra nutrients?
Adding zucchini or mushrooms will boost the veggie content and complement the existing flavors nicely.
- → Is this dish suitable for a gluten-free diet?
Yes, using gluten-free sausage and avoiding bread or pasta keeps the meal gluten-free; always check sausage labels to be sure.
- → How do I enhance the flavor with cheese?
Sprinkling freshly grated Parmesan cheese just before serving adds a rich, savory touch.
- → What sides pair well with this skillet dish?
Serve alongside cooked rice, pasta, or crusty bread for a satisfying meal complemented by the skillet’s flavors.