Quick Sausage Dinner

Whip up a hearty and flavorful meal in just 35 minutes with this Quick Sausage Dinner! This one-pan wonder combines juicy sausage links—choose mild or spicy to suit your taste—with tender baby potatoes, vibrant bell peppers, and zucchini, all perfectly seasoned with garlic, Italian herbs, and a touch of salt and pepper. The optional sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley adds a delicious finishing touch, making this dish ideal for a comforting weeknight dinner. With minimal prep and easy cleanup, this recipe is a go-to for busy evenings, offering a protein-packed, veggie-loaded meal the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 sausage links (mild or spicy)
• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
• 2 bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced
• 1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan and cook the sausage links for about 8-10 minutes, turning frequently, until browned and cooked through. Remove the sausages from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the halved baby potatoes, cut side down, and cook for 5-6 minutes or until they begin to brown.

Step 4

Add the sliced bell peppers, zucchini, and minced garlic to the pan. Stir well to combine with the potatoes. Cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 5

Slice the cooked sausage into bite-sized pieces and return them to the pan. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper, then stir everything together.

Step 6

Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sausage to reheat.

Step 7

Optional: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Step 8

Serve hot and enjoy your Quick Sausage Dinner!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1084.2 grams (1084.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1665

Total Fat 110.20g	141%
Saturated Fat 39.30g	197%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 208mg	69%
Sodium 4130mg	180%
Total Carbohydrate 104.50g	38%
Dietary Fiber 15.80g	56%
Total Sugars 13.50g
Protein 64.00g	128%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 823mg	63%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 3185mg	68%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.5%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 25.1%