Best 5 Southwestern Sausage Skillet Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant Southwest with our tantalizing Sausage Skillet recipe. This one-skillet wonder brings together a symphony of bold flavors that will awaken your taste buds and leave you craving more. Picture succulent sausage, tender bell peppers, juicy tomatoes, and a medley of spices, all sizzling together in a symphony of sizzling flavors. Our recipe offers three irresistible variations to cater to your unique preferences. The Classic Sausage Skillet features a hearty combination of ground sausage, bell peppers, onions, and a blend of zesty seasonings. For those who prefer a smoky twist, the Smoked Sausage Skillet incorporates flavorful smoked sausage, poblano peppers, and a touch of chipotle powder. And for a vegetarian delight, the Veggie Sausage Skillet showcases a delicious combination of plant-based sausage, colorful bell peppers, and a medley of herbs. Each variation is a culinary masterpiece that promises to satisfy your cravings for a satisfying and flavorful meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SOUTHWEST SAUSAGE, VEGGIE AND EGG HASH BROWN SKILLET



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Whether you're looking for a hearty morning meal or a southwest spin on breakfast for dinner, this easy, cheesy hash brown egg sausage skillet has you covered! Finished off with a delicious queso topping and fresh cilantro, this is one mouthwatering meal you'll want to make again and again.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 oz bulk breakfast sausage
1 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 box (7 oz) Betty Crocker™ Southwest Style Queso Potato Scrambles Kit
1/2 cup canned black beans, drained, rinsed
1/2 cup cooked corn kernels, drained if necessary
3 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat 7 to 9 minutes, stirring frequently, until cooked through. Drain sausage on paper towels, and set aside; carefully wipe out skillet.
  • Add water, oil, potato blend and seasoning (from kit) to same skillet; stir well. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Cover; reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, without stirring, about 12 minutes or until liquid is mostly absorbed.
  • Increase heat to medium-high. Stir cooked sausage, beans and corn into potato mixture; cook uncovered 1 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until liquid is absorbed and mixture is heated through.
  • Push potato mixture to one side of pan. Add beaten eggs to bare side of pan; cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until firm. Gently stir eggs into potato mixture; remove from heat.
  • Squeeze topping pouch (from kit) to soften; cut open. Squeeze topping over potato mixture. Top with cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 175 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 4 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize About 1 1/4 Cups, Sodium 1180 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

SOUTHWEST SKILLET



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I was born and raised on a farm and still live on one with my husband and kids. We build up hearty appetites, and this Mexican-style dish always pleases.-Becky Paxton, Afton, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup uncooked instant rice
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons chopped green pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup corn chips
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, rice, water, green pepper and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with corn chips and cheese. Cover and let stand for 3 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY SMOKED SAUSAGE SKILLET



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Dinner's on the table in no time with this one-skillet sausage and veggie dish served over rice.

Provided by Hillshire Farm(R) Brand

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Hillshire Farm®

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (14 ounce) package Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage, diagonally cut into 1/4-inch slices
¼ cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 large red bell pepper, sliced thin
1 small yellow onion, sliced thin
1 (10 ounce) package frozen broccoli, thawed
½ cup chicken broth or water
½ cup tomato sauce
2 cups instant rice
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil and crushed garlic, stir in smoked sausage slices and cook until smoked sausage is browned.
  • Add pepper, onion, broccoli, chicken broth and tomato sauce and simmer for about 10 minutes until vegetables are tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  • In the meantime, cook rice according to package instructions. Stir rice into the skillet, sprinkle with cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 722 calories, Carbohydrate 54.6 g, Cholesterol 71.7 mg, Fat 45 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 22.8 g, SaturatedFat 14.1 g, Sodium 1243.1 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

SOUTHWEST SAUSAGE BAKE



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Great to serve for weekend guests because you can get it ready in advance and have coffee or maybe a bloody mary with your guests while your breakfast cooks. Great served with sour cream and home made salsa.

Provided by Playtoday123

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs

Time 10h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package bulk pork sausage with sage
6 flour tortillas, cut into 1-inch squares
4 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
10 eggs
½ cup milk
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon onion salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
2 tomatoes (or to taste), sliced

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
  • Grease a 10x9-inch baking dish. Layer half the tortilla pieces into the bottom of the prepared dish; top with 2 cans green chilies, half the cooked sausage, and half the cheese, respectively. Repeat layering.
  • Beat eggs, milk, salt, garlic salt, onion salt, black pepper, and cumin together in a bowl; pour over the layers in the baking dish.
  • Cover baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
  • Remove dish from refrigerator and let warm at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake the casserole bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes. Arrange a layer of tomato slices atop the casserole and continue baking until a knife inserted into the middle of the casserole comes out clean, 10 to 15 minutes more. Let casserole cool 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 154.6 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 1418.8 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE PASTA SKILLET



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Make and share this Southwestern-Style Pasta Skillet recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MsSally

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces rotelle pasta
1/2 lb chorizo sausage, thinly sliced (fully-cooked)
1 large green pepper, diced
1 large onion, diced
1 small zucchini, diced (about 6 ounces)
2 (16 ounce) cans low-sodium stewed tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) can no-salt-added corn (drained)
1 (4 ounce) can mild green chilies (diced)
coarsely shredded monterey jack cheese (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Prepare macaroni as label directs but do not add salt to water; drain and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, cook sausage, green pepper, and onion, stirring frequently until vegetables are tender; discard any fat in skillet.
  • Stir in zucchini, stewed tomatoes, corn, and chilies with their liquid; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cook 10 minutes to blend flavors.
  • Stir macaroni into mixture in skillet; sprinkle with shredded cheese.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help the cooking process go smoothly.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your dish the best flavor. If possible, buy your ingredients from a local farmer's market or grocery store.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet: When cooking the sausage and vegetables, don't overcrowd the skillet. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Use a variety of colors and textures: When choosing vegetables for your skillet, aim for a variety of colors and textures. This will make your dish more visually appealing.
  • Season to taste: Don't be afraid to season your dish to taste. Taste the food as you cook it and add more salt, pepper, or other spices as needed.

Conclusion:

This Southwestern Sausage Skillet is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is packed with flavor and can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.

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