This hearty sausage skillet is everything you want in a cozy, family-style dinner. Juicy sausages are seared until golden, then simmered with caramelized onions, sweet bell peppers, and a garlicky tomato sauce infused with Italian herbs. The best part? It all comes together in one pan, making it big on flavor and light on cleanup. Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or just want a no-fuss dinner, this dish is guaranteed to satisfy.
💬 What People Are Saying
“Made this for a dinner party and it disappeared fast—everyone went back for seconds!”
“The smell alone was incredible. I followed the recipe as written and it was perfection.”
“This worked beautifully with leftover grilled sausages—flavors still came together perfectly!”
🧾 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vegetable oil | 1 tbsp |
| Sausages (Cumberland, Andouille, Bratwurst) | 8 |
| Onion, thinly sliced | 2 |
| Red bell peppers, thinly sliced | 2 |
| Orange bell peppers, thinly sliced | 2 |
| Garlic, finely chopped | 2 cloves |
| Tomato, roughly chopped | 2 cups |
| Italian seasoning | 1 tbsp |
| Salt | To taste |
| Black pepper | To taste |
👨🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Sear the Sausages
Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat and add vegetable oil. Brown sausages on all sides, about 5 minutes, then remove and set aside.
Step 2: Sauté the Onions
In the same skillet, add sliced onions. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly caramelized.
Step 3: Add Peppers & Garlic
Stir in the bell peppers and garlic. Cook for about 3 minutes until fragrant and slightly tender.
Step 4: Build the Sauce
Add chopped tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 5: Simmer with Sausages
Return the sausages to the skillet. Let everything simmer together for about 20 minutes, until the sausages are cooked through and the sauce has thickened beautifully.
🍽️ To Serve
Dish up two sausages per person, topped with plenty of peppers, onions, and rich tomato sauce. Serve with crusty bread, creamy mashed potatoes, or over fluffy rice for the ultimate comfort meal.