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Sausage and Peppers

With Italian sausage, bell peppers, and onions, this Sausage and Peppers recipe can be served over pasta, with crusty bread, or in a sandwich. Make it as spicy (or not) as you want!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: italian sausage and peppers, sausage and peppers, sausage and peppers recipe
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 496kcal
Author: Jill

Ingredients

  • 4 Italian sausages sweet, mild, or spicy, your preference
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth or white wine
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the Italian sausages. Cook the sausages, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through. This usually takes about 10-12 minutes. Transfer the sausages to a plate and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the olive oil and heat it over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
  • Stir in the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Continue cooking for another 2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant.
  • Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the tomato paste to the cleared space. Cook the tomato paste for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine the tomato paste with the liquid. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  • Reduce the heat to low and return the cooked sausages to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce and vegetables.
  • Cover the skillet and let the sausage and pepper mixture simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  • Remove the lid and give everything a final stir. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a bit more chicken broth or wine to loosen it up.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve the sausage and peppers hot. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 496kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 1120mg | Potassium: 636mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1376IU | Vitamin C: 71mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 3mg