Best 11 Italian Sausage Skillet Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey to Italy with our irresistible Italian Sausage Skillet recipe. This tantalizing dish combines succulent Italian sausage, sautéed peppers and onions, and a medley of herbs and spices, all simmering in a rich tomato sauce. Served over a bed of fluffy mashed potatoes, it's a symphony of flavors that will transport you to the heart of Tuscany.

For those who prefer a lighter option, our Turkey Sausage Skillet offers a healthier twist on this classic. Ground turkey replaces the Italian sausage, while a flavorful blend of vegetables, including zucchini, yellow squash, and red bell pepper, add a vibrant touch. You won't miss the meat in this lighter version that's packed with flavor.

If you're short on time, our Quick and Easy Italian Sausage Skillet is the perfect solution. Simply brown the sausage, add a jar of your favorite marinara sauce, and toss in some frozen vegetables. Dinner is ready in under 30 minutes, making it a lifesaver on busy weeknights.

And for those with a hankering for a hearty and comforting meal, our Italian Sausage and Peppers Skillet is sure to satisfy. Tender sausage and colorful bell peppers are cooked together in a savory tomato sauce, creating a dish that's both flavorful and filling. Serve it over rice or pasta for a complete meal that will warm your soul.

No matter which recipe you choose, our Italian Sausage Skillet collection promises a delicious and satisfying meal that will please the entire family. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and embrace the vibrant flavors of Italy.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

JOHNSONVILLE ITALIAN SAUSAGE, ONIONS & PEPPERS SKILLET



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Need a quick and hearty lunch? Precooked Italian sausage slices with sauteed bell peppers and diced tomatoes make a zesty meal--served as is or piled on a hoagie roll.

Provided by From the Kitchen at Johnsonville Sausage

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (22 ounce) package frozen Johnsonville® Mild Italian Sausage Slices
1 medium green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 Hoagie or sub rolls

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the sausage, peppers, onion and garlic in oil until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and pepper flakes. Cook and stir for 5 minutes or until heated through.
  • Serve on rolls if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 111.4 mg, Fat 49 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 2119.5 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND GNOCCHI SKILLET



Italian Sausage and Gnocchi Skillet image

Sausage, gnocchi, and spinach are the main ingredients in this quick, one-skillet meal. I've used mild sausages but hot Italian sausages can be substituted. Gnocchi is usually in the same isle as dried pasta.

Provided by Bren

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon avocado oil
½ cup finely diced onion
2 large cloves garlic, finely diced
1 pound mild Italian pork sausage, casing removed
1 (16 ounce) package dry mini potato gnocchi
2 ½ cups no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon ground oregano
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
5 ounces baby spinach
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
1 cup shredded fresh mozzarella cheese
½ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat avocado oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add sausage; stir to break up the meat and cook until well browned, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Drain excess oil and keep meat mixture in the skillet. Add gnocchi, stirring to break up any clumps. Stir in tomatoes, salt, basil, oregano, and pepper. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in spinach and nutmeg and simmer until spinach has wilted, 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top, cover, and simmer until cheese has melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.3 g, Cholesterol 61.9 mg, Fat 27.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 1128.1 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

SKILLET STUFFING WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND WILD MUSHROOMS



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Thanksgiving stuffing in less than an hour? Believe it. The Parmesan in this Italian-inspired version makes it extra creamy and flavorful. Cooking and baking the stuffing in the same skillet saves time and cuts down on dishes.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Thanksgiving     Side     Stuffing/Dressing     Sage     Sausage     Mushroom     Quick & Easy     White Wine     Parmesan

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 crusty white demi baguettes (about 10 1/2 ounces), cut into 3/4" cubes (about 8 cups cubes)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1/2 pound hot or sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
1 medium onion, chopped
8 ounces wild mushrooms, cut into large pieces
2 tablespoons finely chopped sage
1 cup dry white wine
2 large eggs
1 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 ounces finely grated Parmesan or Pecorino (about 1/2 cup)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Toast bread on a rimmed baking sheet until dry, about 10 minutes. Let cool. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a 12" cast-iron skillet over medium-high. Add sausage and cook, breaking into pieces with a spatula, until browned, about 7 minutes. Add onion, mushrooms, and sage and cook, stirring occasionally, until well browned, 8-10 minutes. Add wine and cook, stirring occasionally, until reduced by half. Let cool slightly.
  • Whisk eggs, broth, cheese, mustard, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add sausage mixture, reserving skillet, and bread and toss to combine. Let sit 5 minutes, toss again, then pack back into skillet.
  • Bake stuffing until lightly browned on top and cooked through, about 20 minutes.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE VEGGIE SKILLET



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We love Italian sausage sandwiches, but because the bread isn't diet-friendly for me, I created this recipe to satisfy my craving. If you like some heat, use hot peppers in place of the sweet peppers. -Tina Howells, Salem, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta
1 pound Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 medium zucchini, chopped
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
1 large sweet yellow pepper, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. , Meanwhile, in large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium-high heat until sausage is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute longer. Add zucchini and peppers; cook until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Add tomatoes, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until vegetables are tender and begin to release their juices, 5-7 minutes. Serve with pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic exchanges

COWBOY SKILLET: NEW POTATO MEDLEY, ITALIAN SAUSAGE & EGGS



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This Cowboy Skillet: New Potato Medley, Italian Sausage and Eggs recipe is courtesy of Sandra's Easy Cooking, a part of Potatoes USA's Potato Lovers Club Program.

Provided by Potato Goodness

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound new potatoes (red, yellow, purple)
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ onion, sliced
½ tablespoon minced fresh rosemary leaves
6 ounces ground mild Italian sausage
5 large organic eggs
Chives or scallions, sliced

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a bowl; toss with the salt and pepper until the potatoes are well coated. Heat the oil in a heavy oven-safe skillet and drop in the potatoes carefully, a few at a time.
  • Flip potatoes several times with tongs during cooking to ensure even browning.
  • About halfway through cooking, add the onion and mix while cooking. When they're done, the potatoes should be crispy. Sprinkle on the rosemary leaves. Spoon out unwanted oil, if you wish.
  • While potatoes are cooking, in a nonstick pan, saute the Italian sausage over medium-high heat for a few minutes, or until it is no longer pink.
  • Add the sausage to the potatoes and onion. Mix it very well and break eggs (sunny side up) into the pan; add few dashes of salt to season eggs. Try to go in between the potatoes, allowing the egg whites to go all around and under potatoes and sausage; try not to break egg yolks. Once the egg whites are getting almost cooked, turn on the broiler to high, and set a baking rack in the middle of the oven.
  • Place the pan under the broiler and let it cook for a minute or two, just so the egg whites are completely cooked; the yolks may be still a little runny/soft. If you do not like runny/soft eggs just let them cook under broiler longer. Sprinkle chopped chives or scallions on at the end and dig in!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 264.4 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 761.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND ORZO SKILLET



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Here's a delicious Italian skillet dinner that features orzo, pork sausage, vegetables and Muir Glen™ tomatoes-ready in 40 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta (6.5 oz)
1 lb Italian pork sausage links, cut into 3/4-inch slices
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
4 oz green beans, cut in 1-inch pieces (about 1 cup)
3/4 cup yellow bell pepper strips
1/2 cup peeled baby carrots, cut in half lengthwise
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons water
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (3 oz)
Chopped fresh parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat 7 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink and thoroughly cooked. Transfer to plate. In same skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add beans, bell peppers, carrots and salt; stir 1 minute to coat vegetables. Add water. Cover; reduce heat to low, and cook 5 to 6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Remove cover; stir in tomatoes, sausage and cooked pasta. Increase heat to medium; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until completely heated through. Garnish with cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 1/3 Cups, Sodium 820 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

ITALIAN SAUSAGE SKILLET



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Italian Sausage Skillet, served over rice or pasta, is a hearty favorite. "This garden-fresh dish gets extra color from a can of stewed tomatoes," Eve notes. "The Italian sausage has so many wonderful flavors you don't need to add any other seasonings."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/4 pounds uncooked Italian sausage links
3 small zucchini or yellow summer squash, cubed
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
Hot cooked rice or pasta

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Remove from the pan; cool slightly before cutting into 1/4-in. slices; return to the pan. Add zucchini and onion; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the zucchini is tender. Serve with rice or pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 570mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE SKILLET DINNER



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An easy dinner with Italian sausage, peppers and potatoes. Great served with Italian or French bread.

Provided by JenniferK2

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb Italian sausage, cut into 2-inch slices
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
1 orange bell pepper, coarsely chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, coarsely chopped
2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon fennel seed
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, brown sausage in 1 T olive oil; remove from skillet.
  • Add remaining olive oil to skillet and saute peppers and onions for 5 minutes; remove from skillet.
  • Add potatoes, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, fennel seed and water to skillet; simmer over medium heat, covered, about 5 minutes.
  • Return sausage, peppers and onions to skillet and mix well. Cover and simmer about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until sausage is done and potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 787, Fat 38.4, SaturatedFat 11.9, Cholesterol 64.7, Sodium 1832.9, Carbohydrate 81.8, Fiber 10.8, Sugar 8.8, Protein 30.8

TOMATO BASIL ITALIAN SAUSAGE SKILLET



Tomato Basil Italian Sausage Skillet image

A quick and easy 5-ingredient skillet dinner that is ready in 30 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb sweet Italian sausage
2 cups sliced mushrooms
2 3/4 cups hot water
1 box Hamburger Helper™ tomato basil penne
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage and mushrooms over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink. Add hot water and sauce mix (from Hamburger Helper™ box); stir to combine. Stir in uncooked pasta (from Hamburger Helper™ box). Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce is thick. Remove from heat.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1200 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND PASTA SKILLET MEAL



Easy Italian Sausage and Pasta Skillet Meal image

This is adapted from a Kraft recipe. Very easy and most definitely comfort food! Also easily adapted for healthier lifestyles!

Provided by Shuzbud

Categories     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups farfalle pasta, uncooked (bow tie pasta)
1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
1 green pepper, diced
1 yellow pepper, diced
3 cups spaghetti sauce
1 cup mozzarella cheese
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 chicken stock cube
fresh herb, to taste

Steps:

  • Start browning the sausage in a skillet. After a couple of minutes, add the peppers and garlic.
  • Meanwhile, start cooking the pasta according to the directions on the packet.
  • When the sausage is cooked and the peppers are softened, add the spaghetti sauce, crumble in the chicken stock cube and if preferred, some herbs or italian seasoning.
  • Simmer the sausage mixture for at least 5 minutes, until the pasta is ready.
  • Add the pasta to the sausage mixture in the skillet and stir. Top with the cheese. Continue warming until the cheese has melted (you could use a broiler/ grill to melt the cheese if, like me, you use low fat cheese and it takes a while to melt!).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 839.9, Fat 41.1, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 88.9, Sodium 2233.4, Carbohydrate 75.8, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 12.3, Protein 39.7

ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND ORZO SKILLET RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Italian Sausage and Orzo Skillet Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by carvalhohm

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta, about 6 1/2 ounce
1 (11-ounce) bag frozen healthy colors market blend vegetables
1 pound Italian pork sausage links, cut into 1/2 inch slices
1 (14-1/2 ounce) can fire roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, about 3 ounces
Fresh parsley, chopped, if desired

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Meanwhile, cook vegetables as directed on package. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink. Drain; return to skillet. Stir tomatoes, cooked pasta and vegetables into skillet with sausage; heat until hot. Sprinkle with cheese. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of Italian sausage: There are many different types of Italian sausage available, each with its own unique flavor profile. For this recipe, a sweet or mild Italian sausage is a good choice.
  • Brown the sausage thoroughly: This will help to develop the flavor of the sausage and prevent it from becoming greasy.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add color, flavor, and texture to the dish. Some good options include bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and zucchini.
  • Season the dish well: Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder are all good choices. You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served hot, right out of the skillet.

Conclusion:

This Italian sausage skillet is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is packed with flavor and is sure to please the whole family. Serve it with rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

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