Semi Homemade Italian Sausages Peppers

Whip up a comforting and vibrant dinner with this Semi Homemade Italian Sausages Peppers recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. Featuring perfectly seasoned precooked Italian sausage (choose mild or spicy to suit your taste) paired with a colorful medley of red, green, and yellow bell peppers, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Enhanced with onions, garlic, herbs like oregano and basil, and a touch of crushed tomatoes, this one-skillet recipe delivers big, bold flavors with minimal effort. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's a versatile meal that pairs beautifully with pasta, crusty bread, or even a simple side salad. Perfect for lovers of classic Italian-inspired flavors, this quick and easy dinner will become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 links precooked Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large green bell pepper
• 1 large yellow bell pepper
• 1 large white or yellow onion
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the precooked Italian sausage into 1-inch pieces and set aside.

Step 2

Core and deseed the bell peppers, then slice them into thin strips. Peel and slice the onion into similar-sized strips.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the onion slices to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Add the bell pepper strips to the skillet and continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peppers begin to soften and lightly char.

Step 6

Stir in the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the sliced sausage to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is heated through.

Step 8

Pour the crushed tomatoes into the skillet and stir to coat the sausage and vegetables evenly. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired. This dish can be enjoyed on its own, over pasta, or with crusty bread on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1332.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1578.3

Total Fat 118.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 240.0mg	0%
Sodium 4503.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 28.9g
Protein 66.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 220.4mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 2721.9mg	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: 65.7%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 17.8%