Description
This One Pan Sausage and Veggies Skillet is a quick and flavorful meal combining savory Italian or smoked sausage with a colorful medley of bell peppers, zucchini, and tender baby potatoes. Cooked entirely in one skillet, it’s perfect for an easy weeknight dinner that’s both hearty and packed with vibrant vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage
- 1 lb sausage links (Italian or smoked)
Vegetables
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced, any color)
- 1 medium zucchini (sliced)
- 1 lb baby potatoes (halved)
Seasonings & Oil
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Wash and chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Slice sausage links into thick rounds to ensure even cooking and good caramelization.
- Heat skillet and olive oil: Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it is shimmering, signaling it’s hot enough for cooking.
- Cook sausages: Add the sliced sausages to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through, which develops flavor and texture.
- Add bell peppers and zucchini: Toss in the bell peppers and zucchini; stir occasionally and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften but still retain some bite and freshness.
- Add potatoes and seasonings: Add the halved baby potatoes along with the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly with the spices.
- Simmer to finish cooking: Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce heat to low, and cook for an additional 15 minutes. This allows the potatoes to steam and become tender while absorbing flavors from the sausage and vegetables.
Notes
- You can substitute the sausage with turkey or chicken sausage for a leaner option.
- Adjust the spices according to your taste preference, adding chili flakes for a spicy kick if desired.
- If baby potatoes are not available, use small red or fingerling potatoes cut into similar-sized pieces.
- Covering the skillet is essential to cook the potatoes evenly and prevent drying out the dish.
- You can add fresh herbs like parsley or basil after cooking for added freshness.
