This Sausage, Peppers and Onions is a bold, hearty classic that’s bursting with savory flavor! Juicy sausage links are cooked with sweet bell peppers and tender onions until everything is caramelized and perfectly seasoned. Simple, comforting, and incredibly satisfying — it’s perfect on hoagie rolls, over rice, or as an easy weeknight dinner straight from the skillet.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1½ lb Italian sausage sweet or mild, links or bulk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 2 large bell peppers sliced (any colors)
- 1 large yellow onion sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- ¼ cup chicken broth or water for deglazing, optional
Instructions
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Brown the sausage
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Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and mostly cooked through. Transfer sausage to a plate and slice if using links.
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Sauté the vegetables
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In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add sliced peppers and onions. Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly caramelized.
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Add garlic and seasoning
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Stir in the garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
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Combine and finish
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Return the sausage to the skillet. Add broth (if using) and stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 5–8 minutes, until everything is tender and well coated.
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Serve hot
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Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve as-is, over rice, tucked into rolls, or alongside potatoes.