Best 3 Quick Italian Skillet Dinner Recipes

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When it comes to quick and easy weeknight dinners, nothing beats a hearty Italian skillet meal. With just a few simple ingredients and a single pot, you can whip up a delicious and flavorful dish that the whole family will love. Whether you're in the mood for a classic pasta dish, a cheesy casserole, or a savory chicken or beef skillet, there's an Italian skillet dinner recipe out there for you.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK ITALIAN SKILLET DINNER



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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

1 pound Italian sausage
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can RED GOLD® Diced Tomatoes
2 cups RED GOLD® Vegetable Juice from Concentrate
1 ½ cups instant rice
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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

SIMPLE ITALIAN SKILLET DINNER



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Make and share this Simple Italian Skillet Dinner recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AZPARZYCH

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 28m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb Italian sausage
1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 cups vegetable juice
1 1/2 cups instant rice
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • In a large skillet cook sausage 4-6 minutes, drain excess fat.
  • Add green peppers and onions, 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 6-8 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until cheese is melted.

FAST ITALIAN SKILLET DINNER



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This is a quick dinner that you don't have to cook the macaroni ahead. This is from Razzle Dazzle Recipes.

Provided by Lavender Lynn

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef
1 (1 1/2 ounce) package spaghetti sauce mix
6 ounces tomato paste
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
2 cups ziti pasta or 2 cups elbow macaroni
2 1/2 cups water
cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef and drain.
  • Add tomato paste, water, seasoning mix, onions, green peppers, and macaroni.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  • Top with shredded cheese.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and efficient.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. Whenever possible, use fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking meat or vegetables in a skillet, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the food from cooking evenly and will make it more likely to stick.
  • Use a non-stick skillet: A non-stick skillet will help prevent food from sticking. If you don't have a non-stick skillet, you can grease the pan with oil or butter.
  • Season your food: Don't forget to season your food with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices and herbs to taste.
  • Cook food to the proper temperature: Use a meat thermometer to ensure that meat and poultry are cooked to the proper temperature. This will help prevent foodborne illness.

Conclusion:

Italian skillet dinners are a quick, easy, and delicious way to get a healthy meal on the table. With a little planning and preparation, you can have a delicious Italian meal ready in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give one of these Italian skillet dinners a try.

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