Sausage & Peppers Skillet Recipe

Name: Sausage & Peppers Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cup smoked sausage, sliced. Abt 4 small links *I used 5 links; 2 chicken breasts, diced *I added these on my own.; 3/4 cup chopped onion; 1/3 cup chopped parsley; 1 cup pasta water + 3-5 chicken bullion cubes OR 1 cup broth. *I used 1 1/2 cups water & 4 cubes; 3/4 cup heavy cream *I used 1 cup; 3 or 4 garlic cloves, minced or chopped; 2 cup sweet peppers, about 2 peppers *I used 3: red, yellow & green; 1 oil for cooking; 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced * I did not use these; 1 Any seasonings of your choice to taste. I didn't feel like mine needed it but it depends on the chicken broth/ bullion cubes you use. I recommend waiting to the end for extra seasonings

Servings: persons

2 cup smoked sausage, sliced. Abt 4 small links *I used 5 links
2 chicken breasts, diced *I added these on my own.
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup chopped parsley
1 cup pasta water + 3-5 chicken bullion cubes OR 1 cup broth. *I used 1 1/2 cups water & 4 cubes
3/4 cup heavy cream *I used 1 cup
3 or 4 garlic cloves, minced or chopped
2 cup sweet peppers, about 2 peppers *I used 3: red, yellow & green
1 oil for cooking
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced * I did not use these
1 Any seasonings of your choice to taste. I didn't feel like mine needed it but it depends on the chicken broth/ bullion cubes you use. I recommend waiting to the end for extra seasonings

1
Slice onions, garlic & peppers, making sure to clean out seeds.
2
Add oil to skillet & saute on med to med low
3
Now while that cooks, you need to get the pasta started.
4
I salt my water to prevent sticking.
5
Also, slice up the chicken & sausage.
6
Don't forget to occasionally stir the onion & peppers!
7
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Now add the meats to the peppers & enjoy the heavenly aroma!
9
Heat can be raised to med-med/high.
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U need that chicken cooked thoroughly!
11
Once pasta is boiling & almost done, scoop out the water (unless you decide to use broth!)
12
Pour desired amount into a bowl with bullion cubes & mash until dissolved.
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Add to skillet with meat & peppers.
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Add the heavy cream to skillet & stir to blend well.
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Then add parsley.
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This will thicken slightly
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Drain pasta & add to skillet.
18
Gently toss & fold in.
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Once served, you may add the tomatoes but I chose to leave those out.
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Enjoy!!
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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cup smoked sausage, sliced. Abt 4 small links *I used 5 links, 2 chicken breasts, diced *I added these on my own., 3/4 cup chopped onion, 1/3 cup chopped parsley, and more.

Yes, Sausage & Peppers Skillet 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!

Sausage & Peppers Skillet

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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