Grilled Sausage and Peppers is a super easy dinner that’s like a flavor party for your taste buds! Imagine juicy sausages, colorful peppers, and onions coming together on a grill or in a sizzling pan. It’s a classic recipe, meaning it’s been loved for a long time, and you get to choose if you want to cook it outside on a grill or inside on the stove.
First, you heat up your grill or pan – just like turning on a light switch. Then, you put the sausages on the grill or in the pan and let them cook until they’re nice and golden. While the sausages are cooking, chop up some bell peppers (they come in green, red, yellow, and orange) and onions. Mix them up with a sprinkle of olive oil, garlic, and some herbs. Toss everything together like you’re playing a gentle game of catch.
Now, the veggies join the sausage party. They hop onto the grill or into the pan, getting all soft and flavorful. When the sausages are done and the veggies are cozy, it’s time to put them together. If you have some hoagie rolls, you can give them a quick toast.
Assemble your creation: sausages in the rolls, topped with the grilled veggies. You can add cheese if you want. Let your masterpiece rest for a bit. This means giving it a short break so all the flavors can mingle. Sprinkle some green parsley on top for a final touch.
Now, grab your plate, and enjoy your Grilled Sausage and Peppers – a simple, timeless meal that’s as easy as pie (but way more savory)!
Grilled Sausage and Peppers
This classic Italian-American dish combines grilled sausages with colorful peppers and onions. With a quick 35-minute preparation and cooking time, it's a simple, satisfying meal, perfect for grilling or stove top cooking. Serve in hoagie rolls with optional cheese for a timeless, flavorful experience.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Resting Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian – American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal
- 1 lb Italian sausage links sweet or spicy, as per preference
- 4 bell peppers assorted colors, sliced into strips
- 1 large onion thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Preheat the Grill or Skillet: For the grill, preheat to medium-high heat.
If using a skillet, heat it over medium-high heat.
Prepare the Sausage and Vegetables: In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced bell peppers, onions, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Toss until well coated.
Grill or Sauté the Sausage: If grilling, place the sausage links on the preheated grill. Cook for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally until they are cooked through and have a nice grill marks.
If using a skillet, add the sausage links and cook over medium-high heat until browned on all sides and cooked through.
Cook the Peppers and Onions: While the sausages are cooking, spread the seasoned peppers and onions on the grill or in the skillet. Cook until they are softened and slightly charred, stirring occasionally. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
Assemble and Rest: If using hoagie rolls, split them and toast them on the grill or in the skillet.
Place the cooked sausages in the rolls and top with the grilled peppers and onions.
Optional: Add cheese slices on top and allow them to melt.
Let the assembled sausages and peppers rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve hot, optionally with additional condiments like mustard or marinara sauce.
- You can customize the spice level by choosing sweet or spicy Italian sausages.
- Serve with a side salad or roasted potatoes for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for a quick and tasty lunch the next day.
Keyword Grilled Sausage, Quick and Easy, Stuffed Peppers