In today's fast-paced world, preparing a satisfying meal from scratch can often seem like a daunting task. However, with a bit of creativity and the right ingredients, you can easily whip up a delicious and nutritious skillet dish featuring Italian sausage and a variety of vegetables. This flavorful and versatile recipe offers a perfect balance of savory flavors, textures, and colors, making it an ideal option for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
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ITALIAN SAUSAGE VEGGIE SKILLET
We love Italian sausage sandwiches, but because the bread isn't diet-friendly for me, I created this recipe to satisfy my craving. If you like some heat, use hot peppers in place of the sweet peppers. -Tina Howells, Salem, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. , Meanwhile, in large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium-high heat until sausage is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute longer. Add zucchini and peppers; cook until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Add tomatoes, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until vegetables are tender and begin to release their juices, 5-7 minutes. Serve with pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic exchanges
QUICK ITALIAN VEGGIE SKILLET
When you don't know what to serve, Italian flavors are a good starting point. We combine cannellini and garbanzo beans for this snappy rice dish. -Sonya Labbe, West Hollywood, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, combine first 6 ingredients and, if desired, pepper flakes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is tender, 7-9 minutes. Stir in marinara sauce; heat through, stirring occasionally. Top with cheese and basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 660mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
QUICK ITALIAN SKILLET DINNER
Dinner in 30 minutes - and only one pot to clean! Combine Italian sausage with peppers, onions, diced tomatoes, vegetable juice and rice for a meal that is better than anything you'd make from a box!
Provided by Red Gold
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips RED GOLD®, Inc.
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In large skillet cook sausage until no longer pink, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain off excess fat. Add green bell pepper and onion; cook until crisp.
- Add diced tomatoes and vegetable juice; cook and stir until mixture boils. Remove from heat and stir in rice.
- Cover and let stand 6 to 8 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
- Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 41.8 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 17.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 1012.2 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND VEGETABLE PASTA
How about Italian for dinner tonight? This one-dish meal of ziti, spicy sausage and Muir Glen® fire roasted tomatoes can be on the table in short order.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta as directed on package, adding broccoli last 2 minutes of cooking time. Drain and return to saucepan; cover to keep warm.
- Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes or until no longer pink. Drain; remove sausage from skillet.
- In same skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook bell peppers and onion in oil 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Add pasta and broccoli, sausage and tomatoes to skillet. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1100 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 1/2 g
EASY SKILLET SAUSAGE AND VEGETABLES
Easy weeknight dish that makes an attractive presentation. Can be easily reheated for potluck events. Serve over rigatoni, rice, or with garlic bread.
Provided by Jessica Chrysam Wood
Categories Everyday Cooking
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook and stir sausage in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes, partially draining the drippings. Add bell peppers and zucchini to the sausage; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir tomatoes, oil, chicken bouillon, salt, and pepper to sausage mixture; cook and stir until heated through, about 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 862.8 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND VEGETABLE SAUTE
This is sauteed first in frypan then finished off to bake in the oven to melt the cheese, just make certain that you have a large enough frypan for this, and use the large Italian sausages for this and remove the meat from the casings.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Pork
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large nonstick frypan or Dutch oven.
- Add in the sausage meat and cook breaking up the meat with a spoon (this should take about 10-12 minutes)then remove the sausage to a bowl.
- To the same skillet/pot add in the chopped eggplant, zucchini, bell pepper, onion, garlic, dried basil, chili flakes; saute for about 7-8 minutes or until just softened.
- Add the cooked sausage meat back to the skillet or pot with the chopped drained tomatoes, parsley and black pepper (or cayenne if using) reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add in 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese; mix to combine.
- Set oven to 350 degrees and butter a 8 x 8-inch baking dish (or larger).
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the top with about 1-1/2 cups grated mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes or until the cheese melts and is bubbling.
ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND VEGGIE SKILLET
Make and share this Italian Sausage and Veggie Skillet recipe from Food.com.
Provided by HopeJohnJP
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Brown sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until no longer pink inside. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add olive oil to the same skillet. When hot (a splash of water sizzles), add onion, garlic, and celery, stirring until soft and translucent. Add basil and stir until well mixed.
- Stir in bell pepper (I like to use different colors to make it pretty) until nicely combined.
- Add tomatoes and stock and stir to deglaze the pan of any stuck on vegetables. Bring to a low boil.
- Add broccoli, and then return sausage to pan, stirring until well combined.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until broccoli is tender.
- Remove lid and add spinach, stirring just until wilted.
- Check seasoning, adding salt and freshly ground pepper as needed.
- Serve by itself or over hot rice, topped with crispy toasted French-fried onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 670.4, Fat 39.4, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 66.5, Sodium 1516.8, Carbohydrate 50.1, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 9.2, Protein 29.7
Tips:
- Use high-quality Italian sausage for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking the vegetables. Cook them in batches if necessary.
- Season the vegetables with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little spice.
- Serve the skillet with crusty bread, rice, or pasta.
Conclusion:
This Italian sausage and veggie skillet is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's packed with flavor and is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and healthy meal, give this recipe a try.
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