Chicken Sausage, Pepper, and Onion Subs Recipe

Name: Chicken Sausage, Pepper, and Onion Subs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 fresh chicken sausages, available at the meat counter; 3 tablespoons EVOO (extra-virgin olive oil); 1/3 cup chicken stock or dry white wine, a generous douse; 1 cubanelle pepper, seeded and sliced; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced; 1 large onion, thinly sliced; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; Salt and black pepper; 1 cup giardiniera (Italian pickled vegetable salad; see Note); A handful of fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1/2 cup fresh basil, 10 leaves; Zest of 1/2 lemon; 4 crusty sub rolls, split

Servings: persons

4 fresh chicken sausages, available at the meat counter
3 tablespoons EVOO (extra-virgin olive oil)
1/3 cup chicken stock or dry white wine, a generous douse
1 cubanelle pepper, seeded and sliced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
1 large onion, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, chopped
Salt and black pepper
1 cup giardiniera (Italian pickled vegetable salad; see Note)
A handful of fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup fresh basil, 10 leaves
Zest of 1/2 lemon
4 crusty sub rolls, split

1
Place the chicken sausages in a large skillet and add 1 inch of water.
2
Prick the sausages.
3
Add 1 tablespoon of the EVOO to the skillet, once around the pan.
4
Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat a little.
5
Allow all the liquid to cook away, then brown and crisp the casings, 10 to 12 minutes total.
6
Deglaze the pan with the stock or wine and cook it off, 1 minute.
7
Remove the sausages to a platter.
8
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of EVOO to the skillet.
9
Add the peppers, onions, and garlic, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 10 minutes, or until tender.
10
Place the giardiniera, parsley, basil, and lemon zest in a food processor and grind them into a relish.
11
Slice the sausages on an angle.
12
Fill each roll with a little relish, then peppers and onions, then the sliced sausages.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 fresh chicken sausages, available at the meat counter, 3 tablespoons EVOO (extra-virgin olive oil), 1/3 cup chicken stock or dry white wine, a generous douse, 1 cubanelle pepper, seeded and sliced, and more.

Yes, Chicken Sausage, Pepper, and Onion Subs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Sausage, Pepper, and Onion Subs

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Variations & substitutions

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