Description
If you’re in need of a quick, flavorful, and nutritious meal, look no further than this Skillet Sausage and Zucchini. This vibrant dish combines juicy, fully cooked sausage with fresh zucchini, bell peppers, and onions, bringing together a medley of flavors that will satisfy both family and friends alike. Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend brunches, this one-pan recipe ensures minimal cleanup while maximizing taste. With the infusion of aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, every bite is a delightful experience that keeps your meal prep simple yet impressive.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini (cubed)
- 1 onion (cut into ¾-inch pieces)
- 1 bell pepper (cut into ¾-inch pieces)
- 4 fully cooked chicken or turkey sausages (sliced)
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 2 ½ tbsp olive or avocado oil
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- Fresh basil (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced sausage and sauté until browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add another 1.5 tablespoons of oil along with the zucchini, onion, and bell pepper.
- Season with oregano, garlic powder, basil, onion powder, pepper, and salt; stir well.
- Cook until vegetables are tender (about 5 minutes).
- Return the sausage to the skillet with minced garlic; stir to combine and cover for a few minutes to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg