Description
A cozy and flavorful one-pan wonder, the Sausage Zucchini Skillet is a quick and hearty meal perfect for busy nights. Packed with juicy sausage, vibrant veggies, and simple seasonings, it’s a family favorite you’ll turn to again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 3 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add Italian sausage, breaking it apart as it cooks, and brown for 5-7 minutes.
- Add chopped onions and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking for 1 minute to enhance the flavor.
- Add zucchini and cherry tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and stir to combine. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until zucchini is tender but still slightly crisp.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the zucchini to keep it slightly crisp. Feel free to mix sweet and spicy sausage for added depth. Leftovers store well and reheat beautifully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: sausage, zucchini, skillet, quick dinner, easy recipe