Vibrant sausage and pepper skillet is a one-pan wonder bursting with color, flavor, and savory goodness. Chicken sausages, sweet bell peppers, onion, and spinach come together in twenty-five minutes. It works as a hearty breakfast hash, a quick lunch, or a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Say goodbye to hectic mornings and hello to your new favorite one-pan wonder! This vibrant Sausage and Pepper Skillet is bursting with color, flavor, and savory goodness. It’s incredibly versatile—perfect for a hearty breakfast hash, a quick lunch, or a satisfying weeknight dinner. Best of all, it comes together in a flash, making it a guaranteed hit with the whole family!
Ingredients
• 2 medium Bell Peppers, any color, sliced
• 1 cup / 50g fresh spinach leaves
• 8 oz / 225g chicken sausages, sliced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1.5 tsp / 7.5 ml hot sauce
• 1 tbsp / 15g (0.53 oz) clarified butter or ghee
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Heat the clarified butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it begins to soften.
2. Add the sliced bell peppers and sausages to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until the sausages are browned and the peppers are tender-crisp.
3. Stir in the spinach and cook until it has just wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Drizzle in the hot sauce and stir to combine, allowing it to cook for one more minute to meld the flavors.
5. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information
• Serves: 4
• Calories: 350 per serving
• Calories from Fat: 45%
• Carbohydrates: 65.6g
Pro Tips
• For a complete breakfast hash, serve with a fried or poached egg on top.
• Don’t crowd the pan. Use a large enough skillet to ensure the get a nice sear rather than steaming.
• Feel free to use spicy Italian sausage, chorizo, or a plant-based alternative to change the flavor profile.
• Add a handful of chopped mushrooms or zucchini along with the peppers for an extra serving of vegetables.
FAQ
Q: What kind of sausage can I use in this recipe
A: This recipe is very flexible. While it calls for chicken sausage, you can easily substitute it with spicy Italian sausage, chorizo, or a plant-based sausage to fit your taste or dietary needs.
Q: Can I add other vegetables to this sausage and pepper skillet
A: Absolutely! To boost the vegetable content, feel free to add a handful of chopped mushrooms or zucchini when you cook the peppers. It’s a great way to use up extra produce.
Q: How can I serve this for breakfast
A: To turn this skillet into a complete breakfast hash, simply serve it with a freshly fried or poached egg on top. The runny yolk adds a delicious richness to the dish.
Q: How do I store and reheat leftovers
A: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave until warmed through.
Pro Tips
- Don't crowd the pan — use a large enough skillet so the sausages and peppers get a nice sear rather than steaming.
- Stir the spinach in at the very end and cook just until wilted, about 1-2 minutes, so it stays bright.
- For a complete breakfast hash, serve with a fried or poached egg on top.
- Feel free to use spicy Italian sausage, chorizo, or a plant-based alternative to change the flavor profile.
- Add a handful of chopped mushrooms or zucchini along with the peppers for an extra serving of vegetables.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I swap the type of sausage?
Yes — spicy Italian sausage, chorizo, or a plant-based alternative all work and give the skillet a different flavor profile.
How do I keep the peppers from getting soggy?
Don't crowd the pan. Use a large skillet so everything sears instead of steams, and pull the peppers while they're still tender-crisp.
Can I add more vegetables?
Yes — a handful of chopped mushrooms or zucchini goes in along with the peppers for an extra serving of vegetables.
How do I turn this into breakfast hash?
Serve the finished skillet with a fried or poached egg on top for a complete breakfast hash.
Recipe card below.
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Vibrant Sausage and Pepper Skillet
Ingredients
Method
- Heat the clarified butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it begins to soften.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and sausages to the skillet.
- Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until the sausages are browned and the peppers are tender-crisp.
- Stir in the spinach and cook until it has just wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
- Drizzle in the hot sauce and stir to combine, allowing it to cook for one more minute to meld the flavors.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
- Don't crowd the pan. Use a large enough skillet to ensure the get a nice sear rather than steaming.
- Add a handful of chopped mushrooms or zucchini along with the peppers for an extra serving of vegetables.
