Description
Sausage Peppers and Onions is a classic, hearty skillet dish featuring juicy Italian sausage links cooked with colorful bell peppers, sweet onions, and aromatic herbs. This quick and flavorful meal comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it piled high in toasted hoagie rolls for an easy, satisfying sandwich or enjoy it as a standalone dinner with your favorite sides.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Meat
- 1 pound Italian sausage links
Vegetables
- 3 medium bell peppers, sliced (use a mix of colors for best presentation)
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning and Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Bread
- 4 hoagie rolls, split lengthwise
Instructions
- Cook the Sausages: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the Italian sausage links and cook them until they are browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausages from the skillet and slice them if you prefer bite-sized pieces, or leave them whole.
- Sauté Peppers and Onions: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced bell peppers and onions, cooking for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add Garlic and Herbs: Stir in the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute until the mixture is fragrant and well combined.
- Combine and Finish Cooking: Return the sausages to the skillet with the peppers and onions. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes until the sausages are cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Prepare the Hoagie Rolls: If desired, toast the hoagie rolls lightly in the oven or on a separate skillet until crisp. To serve, open each hoagie roll, optionally spread your favorite sauce on the base, and fill generously with the sausage and pepper mixture.
Notes
- This dish is versatile – serve it in hoagie rolls, over rice, or with pasta for a comforting meal.
- You can swap Italian sausage for turkey sausage or a plant-based sausage for variation.
- Adding a splash of red wine or balsamic vinegar while cooking the vegetables can enhance the flavor.
- Use a variety of bell pepper colors for a vibrant and visually appealing dish.
- For a spicier version, use hot Italian sausage or add red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 616 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 1045 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 86 mg
