Italian Sausage Skillet Dinner Recipe

This easy one-pan Italian Sausage Skillet Dinner is a flavor explosion! Juicy Italian sausage, sweet bell peppers, and tender potatoes create a hearty and satisfying meal ready in under 30 minutes. Serve with crusty Italian or French bread for dipping in the delicious pan juices! Perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 787 kcal
Protein 61g
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Ingredients for Italian Sausage Skillet Dinner

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How to Make Italian Sausage Skillet Dinner

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon. Brown the sausage, about 8-10 minutes, until cooked through.
  2. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened.
  4. Add 2 pounds small red potatoes, quartered, to the skillet. Stir in 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds, and 1/2 cup water.
  5. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Stir to combine with the potatoes and vegetables.
  7. Cover and simmer for another 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly, stirring occasionally.
  8. Serve immediately with crusty Italian or French bread for sopping up the delicious pan juices!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

76 g

Sugar

35g

Fat

59g

Carbs

27g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Italian Sausage Skillet Dinner?

Italian Sausage Skillet Dinner takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Italian Sausage Skillet Dinner?

Italian Sausage Skillet Dinner has approximately 787 calories per serving, with about 61 g protein, 27 g carbohydrates and 59 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Italian Sausage Skillet Dinner?

The key ingredients for Italian Sausage Skillet Dinner are Italian Sausage, Olive Oil, Red Bell Pepper, Orange Bell Pepper, Yellow Bell Pepper, Onions. See the full list with measurements above.

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