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A colorful skillet filled with browned smoked sausage, green and red bell peppers, and zucchini.

Sausage and Veggies Skillet

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 385 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 14 oz smoked kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large red bell pepper, deseeded and cut into 1-inch squares
  • 1 large green bell pepper, deseeded and cut into 1-inch squares
  • 1 medium zucchini , halved lengthwise and sliced into 1/2-inch half-moons
  • 1 small red onion, chopped into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 cloves garlic , finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a 12-inch heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Add the sausage rounds in a single layer and sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until deeply browned and the fats have rendered.
  • Remove sausage from the skillet using a slotted spoon and set aside on a plate, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
  • Increase heat to high and add the bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion to the skillet.
  • Sauté the vegetables for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the edges are charred and the texture is tender-crisp.
  • Reduce heat to medium, add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  • Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and toss with the vegetables for 2 minutes to ensure even temperature distribution.
  • Remove from heat, garnish with parmesan cheese if desired, and serve immediately.