Let me paint a little picture for you: It’s 5:45pm. The kids are asking what’s for dinner. You just walked in the door, and you really don’t feel like making a mess in the kitchen.

That’s when this Skillet Sausage and Peppers recipe swoops in like your dinnertime superhero.

It’s simple, filling, and full of that sizzling, savory flavor that makes everyone excited to sit down at the table. Plus, it’s a one-pan dish (praise hands!), so cleanup is blissfully easy.

This was one of the first dinners I “mastered” during my post-35 dinner reset — it checks all the boxes: real food, real flavor, and no more feeling overwhelmed when you hear the word “sauté.”

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 4 Italian sausage links (chicken, turkey, or pork – your pick!)

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

• 1 green bell pepper, sliced

• 1 medium yellow onion, sliced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley or basil for garnish

Instructions:

1. Brown the sausage:
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage links and cook until browned on all sides (about 6–8 minutes). Remove and slice into thick rounds.

2. Sauté the veggies:
   In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed. Toss in the sliced bell peppers and onions. Cook until softened and slightly caramelized, about 8–10 minutes.

3. Add garlic and seasonings:
   Stir in the garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

4. Bring it all together:
   Return the sliced sausage to the pan and stir everything together. Let it cook another 3–4 minutes to heat through. Season with salt and pepper.

5. Serve hot:
   Sprinkle with fresh herbs and serve as-is, or over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a heartier meal.

Sarah’s Serving Tips:

• Want it saucier? Add a splash of marinara or chicken broth at the end for a light glaze.

• Feeding a crowd? Double the recipe — it scales up easily and holds well in a warm oven.

• Great for meal prep! Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat in a skillet or microwave.

Why You’ll Love It:

This recipe is all about flavor meets flexibility. You can use sweet or spicy sausage, any combo of bell peppers, and it still comes out amazing every single time. It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and totally stress-free.

Nutrition (Per Serving, makes 4 servings):

• Calories: 310

• Protein: 19g

• Carbs: 12g

• Fat: 22g

• Fiber: 3g

• Sugar: 5g