Description
A quick and delicious Italian sausage and pepper pasta skillet dish that combines savory sausage with colorful bell peppers and pasta for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 1 lb Italian sausage, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned.
- Add the sliced bell peppers, onion, and garlic; sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet; toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- Feel free to use any type of pasta you prefer.
- You can substitute turkey sausage for a lighter option.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for quick meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Italian Sausage, Pepper, Pasta, Skillet, Quick Meal