Best 5 Spicy Sausage Skillet Recipes

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In the culinary world, spicy sausage skillet stands as a delectable dish that tantalizes taste buds with its fiery kick and savory flavors. This dish is a symphony of perfectly browned spicy sausages, tender vegetables, and fragrant herbs, all coming together in a symphony of sizzling heat and tantalizing aromas. The succulent sausages, often a blend of pork and beef, are seared to perfection, releasing their rich juices and infusing the pan with their spicy essence. Paired with an assortment of crisp vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and zucchini, the skillet transforms into a colorful canvas of flavors, each ingredient adding its own unique texture and taste. To elevate the dish to new heights, a generous sprinkle of aromatic herbs like thyme, rosemary, and oregano dances upon the skillet's surface, releasing their enchanting fragrances and creating a tapestry of flavors that captivates the senses. Embark on a culinary adventure with us as we unveil the secrets behind creating the perfect spicy sausage skillet, a dish that promises to ignite your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY CAJUN SAUSAGE AND RICE SKILLET



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I created this easy skillet dish to use up the boil-in-a-bag rice in my cabinet. The result packs a lot of flavor. -Sonali Ruder, New York, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) hot lean turkey breakfast sausage
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 bags boil-in-bag white rice
Louisiana-style hot sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook and crumble sausage with onion and pepper over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes., Stir in tomatoes, broth, Cajun seasoning, pepper and contents of rice bags; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 8-10 minutes. If desired, serve with hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 1816mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

SPICY SAUSAGE AND RICE SKILLET



Spicy Sausage and Rice Skillet image

The spicy sausage in this quick skillet dish gives it a kick, and the sliced apples are a pleasant, tart surprise. -Jamie Jones, Madison, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked spicy chicken sausage links, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium yellow summer squash, chopped
2 medium zucchini, chopped
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium tart apple, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 package (8.80 ounces) ready-to-serve brown rice
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 to 1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until lightly browned. Remove from skillet., In the same skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Saute squash, zucchini, pepper, onion, apple, garlic and salt until the vegetables are tender, 5-7 minutes. Add rice, beans, 1/4 cup water and sausage; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes, adding more water if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 668mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic exchanges

SPICY CAMPANELLE SAUSAGE SKILLET



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A flavorful campanelle pasta with sausage and RO*TEL®.

Provided by apk979

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound turkey sausage links, chopped
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as RO*TEL®)
8 ounces campanelle pasta
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
½ cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sausage, diced tomatoes and green chiles, campanelle, chicken broth, Greek yogurt, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper. Stir and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until pasta is tender yet firm to the bite, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in 1/2 of the Monterey Jack cheese. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583.9 calories, Carbohydrate 46.9 g, Cholesterol 118.4 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 39.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 1448.7 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

SPICY SAUSAGE SKILLET



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Make and share this Spicy Sausage Skillet recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb smoked sausage, cut into 1/4 inch slices
1 1/2 cups diced onions
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 (10 ounce) can ro-tel tomatoes and green chilies, mild
1/2 cup heavy cream
8 ounces penne pasta
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onion

Steps:

  • Add olive oil to an oven-safe skillet over medium high heat until just smoking. Add sausage and onions and cook until lightly browned, about 4-5minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add broth, tomatoes, cream, pasta, salt and pepper and stir. Bring to a boil, cover skillet, and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until pasta is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove skillet from heat and stir in 1/2 cup cheese. Top with remaining cheese and sprinkle with green onions. Broil until cheese is melted, spotty brown and bubbly.

SPICY SAUSAGE SKILLET RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Spicy Sausage Skillet Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by Julee

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 Tbsp olive oil
1 lb smoked sausage, sliced into 1/4" slices
2 Tbsp dried minced onion flakes
1 tsp garlic powder
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 (10 oz) can Rotel tomatoes
1/2 cup heavy cream
8 oz campanelle pasta (or penne)
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
1/3 cup thinly sliced scallions

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil over medium high heat in a 12-inch oven safe skillet until hot. Add sausage and cook until lightly browned. Add onion flakes, garlic powder, broth, tomatoes, cream, pasta, salt and pepper and stir. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover skillet. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, until pasta is tender. Remove skillet from heat and stir in half of the cheese. Top with remaining cheese and sprinkle with scallions. Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Tips:

  • Choose the right sausage: For this recipe, a spicy Italian sausage is a great choice, but you can use any type of sausage you like. Just be sure to adjust the amount of cayenne pepper you add accordingly.
  • Brown the sausage well: This will help to develop the flavor and prevent the sausage from becoming greasy.
  • Use a good quality cheese: A sharp cheddar or pepper jack cheese will add a lot of flavor to this dish. You can also use a combination of cheeses, such as mozzarella and Parmesan.
  • Don't overcook the eggs: You want them to be cooked through, but you don't want them to be tough. Cook them over medium heat and stir them frequently.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served hot and fresh out of the skillet.

Conclusion:

This spicy sausage skillet is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover sausage. The combination of spicy sausage, potatoes, peppers, onions, and eggs is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a simple and satisfying meal, give this spicy sausage skillet a try.

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