Description
This Irresistible Sausage and Peppers recipe combines flavorful Italian sausages with vibrant bell peppers and aromatic onions, sautéed to perfection in a skillet. Simmered in chicken broth or white wine, this comforting dish is perfect served over pasta, rice, or in hoagie rolls for a hearty sandwich. Easy to prepare and packed with savory goodness, it makes an ideal weeknight meal or meal prep option.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 1/2 pounds Italian sausage (mild or hot)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Liquids
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or white wine
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Sausages: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausages and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 8–10 minutes. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set them aside to rest.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the sliced red, yellow, and green bell peppers along with the sliced onion. Sauté the vegetables for 5–7 minutes until they begin to soften but still retain some crunch. Then stir in the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Cook for an additional minute to release the flavors.
- Combine and Simmer: Slice the browned sausages into 2-inch pieces and return them to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the chicken broth or white wine and stir to distribute the liquid and seasoning evenly.
- Cook Until Tender: Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 10–12 minutes. This allows the sausages to cook through fully and the vegetables to become tender while absorbing the savory broth.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the cover, stir the mixture carefully, and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for a fresh touch if desired. Serve the sausage and peppers hot over your choice of pasta, rice, or inside hoagie rolls for a delicious sandwich.
Notes
- You can use sweet, spicy, or chicken sausage based on your flavor preference.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator and make excellent meal prep lunches.
- For a gluten-free meal, omit serving with bread or pasta and enjoy it as is or with rice.
