Description
A hearty and flavorful skillet meal featuring sliced smoked or Italian sausage sautéed with onions, bell peppers, and garlic, simmered with diced tomatoes and herbs, served over a bed of fluffy cooked rice. This dish is quick to prepare, packed with savory and slightly tangy flavors, making it a perfect satisfying dinner for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb smoked sausage or Italian sausage, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for sautéing.
- Cook the sausage: Add sliced sausage to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside to keep warm.
- Sauté vegetables: In the same skillet, add sliced onions and bell peppers. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until they soften and release their aroma.
- Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, ensuring not to burn it.
- Combine ingredients: Return the browned sausage to the skillet. Add the undrained diced tomatoes, sprinkle in the dried oregano, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer the mixture: Allow everything to simmer together for 10-15 minutes so the flavors meld and the tomato mixture thickens slightly.
- Serve: Spoon the sausage and vegetable mixture hot over cooked white or brown rice. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, then enjoy immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute smoked sausage with Italian sausage or any preferred sausage variety.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when adding garlic.
- Brown rice can be used for a healthier option; adjust cooking time for rice accordingly.
- This dish stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days and can be reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- Fresh parsley garnish adds a burst of freshness but is optional.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
