Description
This Flavor-Packed Italian Sausage and Peppers recipe brings together juicy sausage, caramelized onions, and colorful bell peppers simmered in a rich tomato sauce. It’s hearty, comforting, and easy to prepare — a classic Italian-American dish perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ pounds Italian sausage links (mild, sweet, or spicy)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the sausage: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausages and brown on all sides for 7–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté onions and peppers: In the same skillet, add sliced onions and bell peppers. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized. Add garlic and sauté another minute.
- Add sauce and seasonings: Stir in crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Simmer: Return sausages to the pan, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until everything is tender and flavorful.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve over pasta, rice, or on hoagie rolls for sandwiches.
Notes
- Use a variety of peppers for color and flavor balance.
- Browning the sausages adds depth and richness to the dish.
- For a low-carb version, serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
- Add a splash of balsamic vinegar for extra tang and depth.
- Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days — flavors improve overnight!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Italian Recipes, Comfort Food
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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