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Sausage and Veggies Skillet – 30 Minute, One-Pan Meal Recipe

Sausage and Veggies Skillet - 30 Minute, One-Pan Meal Recipe
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5.3 from 16 reviews

A quick and flavorful one-pan meal featuring cooked sausage and a colorful medley of veggies like corn, bell pepper, and zucchini, seasoned with chili powder and fresh cilantro. Perfect for a 30-minute wholesome dinner that requires minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 2 cups corn kernels (from 3 ears, completely cooked)
  • 1 large red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 large zucchini, sliced
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Protein

  • 12 oz cooked sausage (such as Cajun sausage, Andouille sausage, or smoked sausage), sliced into coins

Others

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder

Instructions

  1. Cook sausage: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced cooked sausage coins and cook for 5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for 3 minutes on the other side. Remove the sausage to a large plate. Keep some of the rendered oil in the skillet for cooking the vegetables, transferring any excess to a small heat-proof bowl.
  2. Prepare bell pepper: In the same skillet, add the diced red bell pepper and cook for about 4 minutes over medium heat. Add some reserved sausage oil if needed to prevent sticking. Once cooked, transfer the bell pepper to the plate with the sausage.
  3. Cook zucchini: Using the same skillet, cook the sliced zucchini for about 3 minutes on medium heat, adding reserved oil as necessary to avoid sticking.
  4. Remove corn kernels: Slice the corn kernels off the cooked cobs using a knife, preparing 2 cups for the dish.
  5. Assemble and finalize: In the skillet, combine the cooked sausage, bell pepper, zucchini, and corn kernels. Add the reserved sausage oil back into the pan. Sprinkle ½ teaspoon chili powder over the mixture and stir well. Reheat gently on low heat until warmed through.
  6. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and top with freshly chopped cilantro before serving. Adjust salt only if necessary, as sausage provides plenty of seasoning.

Notes

  • Use cooked sausage varieties like Cajun or Andouille for best flavor.
  • The sausage usually provides enough salt; taste before adding any extra.
  • Use a cast-iron skillet for even cooking and great sear.
  • Feel free to swap vegetables depending on availability, such as using yellow squash instead of zucchini.
  • This dish reheats well for leftovers.

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Keywords: sausage skillet, one pan meal, quick dinner, sautéed vegetables, easy dinner recipe

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