Sausage and Peppers Skillet {Cajun Version!} Easy Recipe

Name: Sausage and Peppers Skillet
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian Inspired
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 andouille sausage links*; 1 red bell pepper, sliced; 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced; 1 green bell pepper, sliced; 1 small yellow onion, sliced); 1 small jalapeno, diced (optional, for spice); 1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth; 1 teaspoon paprika; ½ teaspoon thyme; ½ teaspoon oregano; 1 bay leaf; Salt & pepper (to taste)

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This sausage and peppers skillet recipe is full of cajun-inspired flavors. It cooks in 1 skillet in about 30 minutes, making it a simple dinner idea that lives up to its promise of bold, delicious flavors.

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Ingredients

The full recipe is at the bottom of this page, but here's a quick overview of what you'll need & how to make it:

Andouille sausage links (or Italian sausage)
Red bell pepper
Yellow bell pepper
Green bell pepper
Yellow onion
Can crushed tomatoes
Chicken broth
Paprika
Thyme
Oregano
Bay leaf

Popular Additions & Substitutions:

Sausage: you can also make this with Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
Bell peppers: use bell peppers of any color (3 total)
Tomatoes: diced tomatoes can be substituted for crushed tomatoes

How to Make This Sausage and Peppers Skillet

Step 1: Brown the Sausages

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Once hot, cook the peppers 5 - 6 minutes on each side, until almost cooked through. Set aside and cut into slices once cooled.

Step 2: Cook the Onion, Bell Peppers & Jalapeno

Add another tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Cook the onion, bell peppers and jalapeno for 3 - 4 minutes, until barely tender.

Step 3: Add Remaining Ingredients

Stir in the cooked sausage and the remaining ingredients: crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, paprika, thyme, oregano, bay leaf, and salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4: Simmer

Bring the skillet to a boil and simmer, covered and stirring occasionally, for 15 - 20 minutes, until the sausage is cooked through. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper. Add additional broth if preferred.

Step 5: Serve

Discard bay leaf. Serve warm, optionally over rice or pasta.

What to Serve with Sausage and Peppers

Sausage and peppers can be a stand-alone dish, or you can serve it over rice (any kind — white, brown or cauliflower rice) or over pasta (large noodle pastas like penne work best).

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my sausage links are cooked?

The internal cooked temperature of pork is 145°F. Some types of pork will still have a pinkish color in the middle after they are cooked through.

What type of sausage is best for sausage and peppers?

Andouille sausage or Italian sausage (sweet or spicy) are best. Andouille sausage will give your dish a cajun flavor and can be slightly spicy. Italian sausage is also tasty and complements the herbs (thyme, oregano) in this recipe.

What type of skillet should I cook this recipe in?

A large skillet (preferably at least 10u0022 wide) is best for this recipe. If you have one, a cast iron skillet (or cast iron enameled skillet) works well for this recipe. If not, any large skillet can be used. You'll also need a lid for your skillet.