Italian turkey sausage and peppers is a simple skillet dinner with browned links, soft onions and a tomato sauce that catches all the pan flavor. Sweet Italian sausage keeps the seasoning familiar and mild.
Tips for italian turkey sausage and peppers
Brown whole links gently so their casings do not split. Check the temperature in the center, then slice after cooking. The package may contain five links, so portion the finished slices by quarters rather than promising one link each.
Substitutions and serving ideas
Pork sausage works, but changes calories and fat substantially. Serve on its own with a salad or add a roll, pasta or polenta separately. No extra salt is included because sausage brands vary.
Helpful equipment: instant-read thermometer helps confirm the sausage centers reach the stated poultry temperature.
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Italian Turkey Sausage and Peppers
Ingredients
- 1 19.5-ounce package raw sweet Italian turkey sausage links
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 3 medium bell peppers seeded and sliced
- 1 large onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes all contents
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth prepared
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep 12-inch skillet with a lid over medium heat. Brown sausage links 6–8 minutes, turning to color several sides. Move to a plate; the centers will finish cooking in the sauce.
- Add peppers and onion to the skillet. Cook 8–10 minutes, stirring, until softened. Add garlic and oregano for 30 seconds.
- Stir in broth, tomatoes and pepper, scraping browned bits from the pan. Return sausage and plate juices. Cover and simmer gently 12–15 minutes until several link centers reach 165°F.
- Move cooked links to a clean board and slice into thick pieces. If sauce is watery, simmer uncovered 3–5 minutes before returning sliced sausage. Divide all sausage, vegetables and sauce into four equal portions; package link count may vary.
Notes
Storage and reheating
Refrigerate in shallow covered containers within 2 hours at 40°F or below. Use within 3–4 days. Reheat the portion needed to 165°F. Freeze for up to 2 months if desired, then thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
More meal ideas
For another option, try Crustless Sausage Pizza Bake. Our meal-prep guide covers portioning and keeping components fresh.
About the nutrition
One of 4 equal portions of the complete recipe. All listed sauces, sides and toppings are included; extra serving suggestions are separate. Nutrition values are estimates based on the listed quantities and serving count. Total carbohydrates include fiber. Brands, portions and substitutions change the result.