Sausage, Peppers, and Onions 🌭🌶️🧅

A classic, hearty dish with sweet peppers, caramelized onions, and savory sausage—perfect for weeknight dinners!

Ingredients

• 6 cups yellow onions (~1½ large onions), peeled and sliced into rings
• 2 large bell peppers (4 cups), sliced (about ¼ inch thick)
• 1 (12-ounce) package fully cooked reduced-fat chicken or turkey sausages (4 sausages)
• Cooking spray
• 3 tsp olive oil, divided
• ¼ tsp dried oregano
• ¼ tsp dried basil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 tsp fresh garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Instructions

1. Prep: Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat.
2. Sauté Onions: Add onions and 2 tsp olive oil. Cook until softened and lightly caramelized, about 10 minutes.
3. Add Peppers: Stir in bell peppers, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook 5–7 minutes until tender.
4. Add Garlic & Sausages: Stir in garlic and sliced sausages. Cook until sausages are heated through and slightly browned.
5. Finish: Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and remaining olive oil. Toss well and cook 2 more minutes.
6. Serve: Enjoy hot as a main dish, or serve in rolls for a hearty sandwich.

Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: ~30 minutes
• Servings: 4

Tip: Try adding mushrooms or a splash of white wine for extra depth of flavor!