Cheesy Italian Sausage and Peppers Skillet
A hearty one-pan dish featuring Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, onions, and a blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheese, baked to perfection for a comforting, flavorful meal.
12 Servings
Ingredients
- 10 –12 mild Italian sausages
- 1 yellow bell pepper cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 green bell pepper cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 red bell pepper cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 medium yellow onion sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese freshly shredded
- 1 cup cheddar cheese freshly shredded
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Baking Dish and Ingredients
- Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Slice the Italian sausages into bite-sized pieces. Prepare the bell peppers and onion by cutting them into bite-sized chunks.
Combine Ingredients
- Place the sausages, peppers, and onion into the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
First Cheese Layer
- Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the sausage and vegetable mixture.
Bake
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the sausages are fully cooked and the peppers are tender.
Final Cheese Layer
- Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the top. Return to the oven for 5 additional minutes, or until the cheese is melted and beginning to brown.
Serve
- Ensure the sausages are cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Serve hot with your choice of side dishes.
Notes
To make this Cheesy Italian Sausage and Peppers Skillet gluten-free, substitute with certified gluten-free Italian sausages and ensure the cheese and nonstick spray are labeled gluten-free.