Easy Italian Sausage and Peppers are tender and juicy and paired with the sweet peppers and onions in a hearty white wine and tomato sauce that makes for one fabulous easy dinner recipe.
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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
- This Italian sausage recipe is a one-pan meal that will be a hit with everyone.
- Sausage and peppers are a great recipe to make ahead for meal planning and it freezes really well.
- Having a party? This recipe is both affordable and easy to make for a crowd.
- The whole family will love this easy Italian sausage recipe and you can use either hot sausage or sweet sausage to please everyone.
- We include Slow Cooker Italian Sausage and Pepper instructions as well so you have options to make this easy one-pan dinner.
It's no surprise this is one of my most requested recipes for family parties. As the sauce simmer, close your eyes and breath in the aroma, you'll think you're in Italy.
Ingredients
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- pork sausages - Use either hot Italian sausages or Sweet Italian sausage/ since my family likes both, I use a combo of both.
- yellow onion
- green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red bell peppers
- canned diced tomatoes - Use your favorites, canned diced tomatoes or fire-roasted tomatoes can be used.
- garlic - Fresh garlic is always my first choice. Jarred chopped garlic can be used.
- white wine - I always use a Pinot Grigio or a Chardonnay for this recipe.
- tomato paste - This adds a hearty thickness to the sauce.
- Italian seasoning
- ground black pepper
- salt
Equipment
- Saute Pan, 5 quart
- Cutting Board
- Knives
- Measuring Spoons and Cups
- Cutting Board
Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Add the sausages to the pan and brown on all sides.
- Remove sausage when browned. Cut sausages into 1-inch pieces.
- To the saute pan, add the sliced onions, peppers, and seasonings.
- Saute for a few minutes to soften the vegetables. Add in garlic. Saute another minute to blend flavors.
- Pour in white wine and use a wooden spoon to bring up any brown bits at the bottom of the pan.
- Stir in the tomato paste and diced tomatoes. Cover with a lid.
- Add back to the saute pan the sliced browned sausages.
- Reduce heat to low, let simmer for 15-20 minutes to thicken the sauce, and finish cooking the Italian Sausage.
- Taste the sauce, and if needed, adjust the seasoning. Ready to serve.
- This is a great meat sauce to serve over pasta with fresh basil Parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes.
Storage
Leftovers should be kept in a covered airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat either in the microwave or on the stovetop.
If using the stovetop, heat in a skillet over medium-high heat until warmed through, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes.
Freeze the sausages for up to 3 months. They can be defrosted overnight in the refrigerator and heated in a 350°F/176.66°C oven for about 20 minutes.
Expert Tips
- For the best results, brown the sausages first, cool slightly, then slice them into 1-inch rounds to continue the recipe.
- Evenly slice the sausages to ensure cooking the sausages correctly.
- Same for the peppers and onions, cut them the same size.
- Cook on medium heat and stir occasionally.
- White wine is my favorite to use to deglaze the pan. Feel free to use chicken stock if you don't cook with wine.
- As for cutting the sausages, we find it easiest to brown them first and then slice them.
Frequently Asked Questions
This Italian sausage recipe always makes an appearance at every party I host. It's so easy to put together and is the perfect make-ahead recipe. Make the sausages 1-2 days ahead and keep them in the refrigerator in a covered airtight container.
Absolutely! Make a large batch and freeze in either freezer bags or aluminum tins. They can be kept in the freezer for 3 months Defrost and reheat at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes.
Saute the sausages in a saute pan over medium heat until brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
Add white wine to the pan and use a wooden spoon to get up any brown bits.
To a slow cooker, add the sausages, wine, and remaining ingredients. Stir and cook on low for 5 hours.
Some great sides would be a big bowl of your favorite pasta.
A tomato and cucumber salad or an arugula salad would both be great choices.
Caprese salad, which is a tomato and fresh mozzarella salad would be a great pairing.
Roasted broccoli and garlic is an easy side dish and would be great with this and so many recipes.
Roasted asparagus with lemon is another winning recipe and an easy side dish that would be a hit.
If you are gluten-free, check the packaging to ensure the sausage are gluten-free.
Variations
- In a hurry use Marinara Sauce which is absolutely delicious and an easy recipe for homemade sauce.
- White wine is my favorite to use to deglaze the pan. Feel free to use chicken stock or chicken broth if you don't cook with wine.
- Red wine or marsala wine would both be lovely choices in this recipe to add flavor.
- Use your favorite sausage, either hot spicy Italian sausage or sweet Italian sausage.
- Also, turkey sausage or chicken sausage can be used in this recipe.
- Kielbasa sausage can also be used to make this sausage and pepper recipe with delicious results.
- For a quick dinner, serve the sausage and peppers in hoagie buns.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve over a bed of your favorite pasta such as spaghetti or penne pasta.
- Cauliflower rice would be a great choice if you are following a low-carb diet.
- Weight Watchers Caesar Salad is an easy salad that we enjoy often with many meals.
- Homemade macaroni salad is always a favorite with everyone.
- Pea Salad with Bacon would be great paired with these juicy sausages.
- Our easy green bean recipe is
- A nice loaf of garlic bread would be perfect with these Italian sausages. Dip a slice in the juicy goodness.
- Don't forget to garnish the sausage and peppers with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese red pepper flakes, fresh basil, or parsley for extra goodness.
Similar recipes
Looking for authentic recipes using sausages, try our extremely popular Bangers and Mash recipe. A family favorite.
Another favorite is our Sausage and Veggie Skillet, a one-pot wonder that you should try, delicious!
Zuppa Toscana is a great soup loaded with sausage and veggies!
Italian Meatballs is another one of those recipes that my Mom learned from a neighbor and we've been making them like this forever. They are so yummy and we enjoy them just about every week.
Sheetpan Sausage and Spaghetti Squash is a low-carb meal that is easy and delicious.
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Italian Sausage and Peppers
Equipment
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a large saute pan over medium heat, add 1 Tablespoon olive oil. Add in the sausages to brown on all sides, about 10 minutes.
- Remove sausages and cut into 1-inch slice. Set aside.
- If needed, add the 2nd Tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add in peppers and onions. Saute about 5 minutes to soften the peppers and onions.
- Add in garlic and saute another minute.
- Pour the white wine into the pan. Use a wooden spoon to loosen any brown bits at bottom of the pan.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, black pepper, and salt.
- Let simmer for about 20 minutes. Sausages should have an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
- Check the seasoning. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve your favorite way. An Italian Bread hero, pasta, zoodles enjoy!
- Saute the sausages in a saute pan over medium heat until brown on all sides.
- Add in garlic and saute another minute.
- Remove sausages, evenly slice into 1-inch pieces and place them in the slow cooker.
- Add white wine to the pan and use a wooden spoon to get up any brown bits.
- Pour the white wine mixture into the slow cooker.
- Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, black pepper, and salt.
- Place the sausages, onions, peppers into the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 5 hours.
- Serve and enjoy.
Nutrition
Notes
- Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation. Actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
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Nicole
This recipe never gets old! I love peppers and sausage together. It can be a sandwich or go well over pasta
Eileen xo
I am happy you enjoy my recipe! It is amazing how one sandwich can have so many different recipes! I'm happy you enjoy mine!
Tanya Harris
This would make a great comforting dinner for busy nights. I love how it can be made in different ways.
Eileen xo
Thank you Tanya! Enjoy the recipe!
Des
Thanks for including the recipe for making this delicious dish in a slow cooker.
Eileen xo
My pleasure Des, enjoy the sausages in the slow cooker!
Jacque Hastert
This is the perfect fall dinner idea. Loaded with veggies and amazing flavor.
Eileen xo
Thank you Jacque, enjoy the sausage and peppers!
Natalie
This looks really tasteful. I love all the veggies and Italian sausage is definitely super delicious. I'm going to surprise my hubby with this recipe soon. He's a huge fan of meals like this one. Yumm!
Eileen xo
I am glad you enjoy the recipe Natalie!
Heather
Yes Please!!! I love how easy this is to bring together and how perfect it it to feed a hungry crowd.. lthese ooks amazing!
Eileen xo
Awesome Heather! Glad you enjoy!
Leslie Haasch
This is a weekend staple lunch around our house - so colorful!
Eileen xo
Excellent Leslie!
Tatiana
I love to use a variety of colorful pepper in one dish. Your idea to put it all on a sandwich is brilliant!
Eileen xo
I love using a variety of color as well Tatiana! Makes the dish colorful and delicious!
Amy
These look wonderful! I want to make this recipe for my family soon—I love it will be something everyone could enjoy!
Eileen xo
Awesome Amy! I hope you enjoy the sausage and peppers!
Anne Lawton
I am getting really hungry looking at these pictures. And great idea to make sausage and peppers in a slow cooker! Thanks for sharing your instructions on how to do that.
Eileen xo
Thank you so much Anne! I am happy you enjoy the sausages!
Kiki Johnson
My mother in law makes her own deer sausage and I think this would be the perfect recipe to mix things up a bit! I will pass it on to her and hope she'll invite me over to enjoy the results!
Eileen xo
That is a great idea Kiki, thank you so much for your comments
Daniela
I love making sausage and peppers because it's such an easy and filling recipe! So delicious too!
Eileen xo
I agree Daniela, always a crowd pleaser!
Denay DeGuzman
What a delicious Italian recipe! I'm adding this to next week's meal plan.
Eileen xo
Awesome Denay! I hope you and your family enjoy!
Deborah
I'm vegan but my sister is always asking me to share non-vegan recipes I find while I'm browsing the web. She's going to love this. Pictures are awesome too.
Eileen xo
That is great Deborah! I hope your sister enjoys!
Marisa Franca
My mouth is watering just looking at the photos. Spicy Italian sausage with peppers has always been a family favorite. I remember when my mamma would make it -- my papà was all smiles. It is so tasty -- brings back great memories.
Eileen xo
Thank you Marisa! Iam glad you enjoy! I love your recipes and I am thrilled you enjoy!
April
I love make-ahead recipes because they help me stay on top of things. I always have a few dishes ready for various occasions so this Italian Sausage recipe is just what I need!
Eileen xo
I agree April,make ahead is so awesome! I hope you enjoy!
Dianna
Italian sausage and peppers look like the perfect way to improve any sandwich. I'm going to be making this recipe soon.
Eileen xo
Excellent Diana! I thank you for commenting and enjoy the sandwich!
Karyl Henry
I love making Italian sausage & peppers! These sandwiches are easy to make, and perfect for a crowd. My favorite is hot sausage, because I love the kick of spice. But sweet is really good too.
Eileen xo
I think everyone loves sausage and peppers! Karyol,enjoy and thank you for commenting!
Veena Azmanov
I love the simplicity of this dish. Italian sausages are usually so flavorful that you really don't need much to add. Love the addition of peppers in there. Can't wait to try.
Eileen xo
Thank you Veena! I appreciate you commenting! Enjoy!
Kylee from Kylee Cooks
Such gorgeous colors in this dish! This for me is serious comfort food, I need to make this as soon as I can get ingredients!
Eileen xo
Thank you Kylee, I hope you enjoy the sandwich!
Catherine
I love sausage and peppers...who doesn't?! Served over a warm loaf of fresh bread and some melted cheese...it's heaven to me! This looks delicious and now I'm hungry!
Eileen xo
I completely agree Catherine! Love sausage and peppers!
Cheese Curd In Paradise
I have eaten this dish many times, but never made it. I would not have guessed that it included white wine, but that totally fits the familiar flavors now that I think about it! This recipe looks wonderful and I am adding it to my list.
Eileen xo
I love adding white wine to the sauce for the sausages. The wine adds depth to the flavors. I hope you enjoy the sandwich!
Lauren Vavala | DeliciousLittleBites
I keep coming across sausage and peppers...it must be a sign that I need to make a batch asap! I grew up eating a similar recipe but my mom never put it on a roll and now I really want a sausage and pepper sandwich!
Eileen xo
That is great Lauren, it must a sign to make Sausage and Pepper Sandwich! It is so good, enjoy the recipe!
Dan Zehr
With your recipe I will have an ideal sandwich. Sounds very tasty. Perfect combination of ingredients. Of course I want to try.
Eileen xo
Awesome Dan! I am glad you enjoy the sandwich! I'd love to hear back after you make the sandwich!
Veena Azmanov
This sounds so wonderful. The flavors are so perfect. Love Italian sausage and pepper are always a welcome on our table. I can't wait to try this soon.
Eileen xo
I hope you enjoy the sandwich!
Claudia Lamascolo
sausage and peppers are a family favorite here we eat it once a week and leftovers are the best in sandwiches your looks fabulous
Eileen xo
Claudia,these are a family favorite here too!