Hot Italian Sausages with Mixed Peppers

Savor the bold flavors of this hearty and vibrant dish, Hot Italian Sausages with Mixed Peppers. Perfectly seared hot Italian sausage links are paired with a colorful medley of red, green, yellow, and orange bell peppers, complemented by sweet onions and fragrant garlic. This one-pan recipe comes together with a hint of balsamic vinegar for a tangy finish, a sprinkle of dried oregano for an herby touch, and optional heat from crushed red pepper flakes. With just 15 minutes of prep and 30 minutes to cook, it’s a quick and satisfying meal that can be served on its own, tucked into crusty sandwich rolls, or spooned over rice or pasta. Whether for a weeknight dinner or casual entertaining, this versatile recipe bursts with fresh, Italian-inspired flavors everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 links hot Italian sausages
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium orange bell pepper
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips. Mince the garlic cloves and set all the prepared vegetables aside.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the hot Italian sausage links to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. They do not need to be fully cooked at this stage. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set them aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil followed by the sliced peppers and onions. Sauté the vegetables over medium heat for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), and oregano to the vegetables. Stir well and cook for another 2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant.

Step 6

Return the sausages to the skillet, nestling them into the vegetable mixture. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let everything cook together for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausages are fully cooked through and the peppers are tender.

Step 7

Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the mixture, stir, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat. Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 9

Serve the sausages and peppers as-is, or use them as a filling for sandwiches or over rice or pasta. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1126.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1294.0

Total Fat 97.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 160.0mg	0%
Sodium 3445.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 58.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.9g	0%
Total Sugars 21.3g
Protein 48.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 194.4mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 2139.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.3%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 17.9%