Description
A quick, budget-friendly weeknight dinner featuring smoked sausage, bell peppers, and tomato sauce in one skillet. Ready in 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound smoked sausage (Andouille or kielbasa), sliced
- 3 medium bell peppers (red, green, yellow mix), sliced
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Slice the sausage, peppers, and onion. Mince the garlic and measure spices.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and peppers, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until softened and slightly charred.
- Add the sliced sausage to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and crispy on the edges.
- Add minced garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the tomato sauce and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low.
- Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and flavors meld.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper. Stir in fresh basil if using. Serve hot.
Notes
Use pre-smoked sausage for speed and flavor. If the sauce is too thin, simmer longer. Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat with a splash of water or broth to prevent drying out. Serve over rice or with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate per person
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 18
Keywords: smoked sausage, pepper skillet, budget dinner, weeknight meal, one pan dinner, family friendly, quick recipes