Best 4 Quick Italian Skillet Dinner Recipes

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Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with our collection of quick and easy Italian skillet dinners. Discover a symphony of flavors and textures as you explore these delectable one-pan recipes that bring the vibrant spirit of Italy right to your kitchen. From the classic One-Pot Italian Sausage and Peppers to the innovative Italian Skillet Chicken and Gnocchi, each dish promises a burst of authentic Italian taste. Get ready to indulge in a delightful array of flavors with minimal effort, making these skillet meals your new weeknight favorites.

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QUICK ITALIAN SKILLET DINNER



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Dinner in 30 minutes - and only one pot to clean! Combine Italian sausage with peppers, onions, diced tomatoes, vegetable juice and rice for a meal that is better than anything you'd make from a box!

Provided by Red Gold

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     RED GOLD®, Inc.

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound Italian sausage
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can RED GOLD® Diced Tomatoes
2 cups RED GOLD® Vegetable Juice from Concentrate
1 ½ cups instant rice
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In large skillet cook sausage until no longer pink, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain off excess fat. Add green bell pepper and onion; cook until crisp.
  • Add diced tomatoes and vegetable juice; cook and stir until mixture boils. Remove from heat and stir in rice.
  • Cover and let stand 6 to 8 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 41.8 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 17.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 1012.2 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

ITALIAN SKILLET SUPPER



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My family members all agree that this recipe's a keeper! For variety, you can try it with turkey sausage or spicy hot sausage.-Elaine Anderson, New Galilee, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups uncooked spiral pasta
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomatoes and tomato paste. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove all but 1/2 cup meat sauce to a bowl., Drain the pasta; place half over the sauce in the skillet. Layer with half of the reserved meat sauce and 1 cup cheese. Repeat with remaining pasta, meat sauce and cheese. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 10 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 587mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

SIMPLE ITALIAN SKILLET DINNER



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Make and share this Simple Italian Skillet Dinner recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AZPARZYCH

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 28m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb Italian sausage
1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 cups vegetable juice
1 1/2 cups instant rice
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • In a large skillet cook sausage 4-6 minutes, drain excess fat.
  • Add green peppers and onions, cook until crisp.
  • Add diced tomatoes and vegetable juice; cook and stir until mixture boils.
  • Remove from heat and stir in rice.
  • Cover and let stand 6-8 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until cheese is melted.

QUICK LASAGNA



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Looking for an Italian-inspired dinner? Then check out this ground beef lasagna packed with three types of cheese - a scrumptious meal!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 clove garlic
1/2 pound ground beef
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 cup spaghetti sauce
6 purchased precooked or oven-ready lasagna noodles (each about 7x3 inches)
1 container (12 ounces) reduced-fat cottage cheese (1 1/2 cups)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 ounces)
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400°. Peel and finely chop the garlic. Cook the beef and garlic in the skillet over medium heat about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is brown; drain.
  • Stir the Italian seasoning and spaghetti sauce into the beef. Spread 1/4 cup of the beef mixture in the ungreased square pan.
  • Top with 2 noodles, placing them so they do not overlap or touch the sides of the pan because they will expand as they bake. Spread about 1/2 cup of the remaining beef mixture over the noodles.
  • Spread about 1/2 cup of the cottage cheese over the beef mixture. Sprinkle with about 1/3 cup of the mozzarella cheese.
  • Repeat layering twice more, beginning with 2 more noodles and following directions in steps 3 and 4 Sprinkle with the parmesan cheese.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake 30 minutes. Carefully remove the foil, and continue baking about 10 minutes longer or until lasagna is bubbly around the edges and looks very hot. Let stand 10 minutes, so the lasagna will become easier to cut and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 980 mg

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. When possible, use organic, locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet: When cooking in a skillet, it's important to not overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the food from cooking evenly and can cause it to become soggy.
  • Cook in batches: If you're cooking a large amount of food, it's best to cook it in batches. This will help to prevent the food from overcrowding the skillet and will ensure that it cooks evenly.
  • Use a good quality skillet: A good quality skillet will distribute heat evenly and will help to prevent food from sticking.
  • Season your skillet: Seasoning your skillet will help to prevent food from sticking and will also improve the flavor of your dishes.

Conclusion:

Quick Italian skillet dinners are a great way to get a delicious and healthy meal on the table in a short amount of time. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily create a variety of flavorful and satisfying dishes. So next time you're short on time, don't despair! Give one of these quick Italian skillet dinner recipes a try.

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