Description
A quick and flavorful one-pan meal featuring Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, onions, garlic, and herbs simmered in crushed tomatoes. This classic Italian-American dish is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or serving with crusty bread or pasta for a hearty dinner.
Ingredients
Sausage and Vegetables
- 1 lb Italian sausage links (mild or hot)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 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 Sauce
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup crushed tomatoes (or tomato sauce)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Brown the sausages: Add Italian sausages and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 5–6 minutes. Remove sausages and set aside while you cook the vegetables.
- Sauté the vegetables: In the same pan, add sliced onion and bell peppers. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and herbs: Stir in minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add tomatoes and seasonings: Pour in crushed tomatoes, then season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir to combine evenly.
- Simmer with sausages: Return sausages to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Cover the pan with a lid and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until sausages are fully cooked through.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the dish for a bright finish. Serve hot with your choice of pasta, rice, or crusty Italian bread.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty Italian bread for a complete meal.
- Swap Italian sausage with chicken or turkey sausage for a lighter version.
- Make ahead: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Flavors deepen nicely overnight.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
