Smoked Sausage Pepper Bowls – Easy Weeknight Dinner

Hi there, food lover! 👋

Ready for a cozy, colorful, flavor-packed dinner that comes together in minutes yet tastes like it simmered all day? Today’s recipe brings you a hearty, vibrant, smoky delight straight from the skillet: Smoked Sausage Pepper Bowls – Easy Weeknight Dinner. 🌭🌶️🔥

There’s something incredibly nostalgic about smoked sausage recipes. They’re rooted in old-school kitchen traditions—stretching humble ingredients into satisfying meals that fed families with warmth and comfort. Smoked sausage delivers bold flavor with almost no effort; add peppers, onions, and a delicious seasoning blend, and suddenly you’ve got a hearty, rustic bowl that tastes like home.

This dish is especially beloved for busy nights when energy is low but cravings are high. The sizzle of smoked sausage, the sweetness of caramelized peppers, and the savory aroma wafting through the kitchen—it’s a comforting experience that echoes generations of home cooks who relied on simple, wholesome ingredients to create magic. Serve it over rice, quinoa, potatoes, or enjoy it as-is for a lighter bowl.

Whether you’re cooking for one or feeding the whole crew, this is a one-pan wonder that always satisfies. Let’s make this weeknight favorite together! 🌭🔥💛

Ingredients:

For the Skillet:

• 14 oz smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• Optional: 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

For Serving:

• Cooked rice, quinoa, mashed potatoes, or roasted potatoes
• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Optional drizzle: honey mustard or hot sauce

Step-by-Step Directions:

1. Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced smoked sausage and cook 4–5 minutes until browned on both sides. Remove sausage and set aside.
2. Add the remaining 1 tbsp oil to the skillet. Toss in the sliced peppers and onion. Sauté 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly caramelized.
3. Add garlic, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Return the browned sausage to the skillet and toss everything together. Cook another 2–3 minutes to warm through and allow flavors to meld.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning—add more paprika for smokiness, more pepper for heat, or a pinch of salt if needed.
6. Assemble bowls by spooning the sausage and pepper mixture over rice, quinoa, potatoes, or your favorite base.
7. Garnish with parsley and add an optional drizzle of honey mustard or hot sauce for a flavor boost.
8. Serve warm, enjoy deeply, and savor every smoky, vibrant bite! 🌭🌈🔥

Nutritional Information:

⏰ Prep Time: 10 minutes | 🔥 Cooking Time: 15 minutes | ⏳ Total Time: 25 minutes
⚡ Calories per serving: ~420 | 🍽️ Servings: 4

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Bon appétit and happy cooking! 👩🍳🍽️