Sizzling Sausage & Peppers Skillet (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy, casings removed)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 large yellow onion, sliced
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2 bell peppers (red and green), sliced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1/2 cup chicken broth
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
# Instructions:
01 -
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Crumble the Italian sausage into the hot skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove sausage from the skillet and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pan.
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In the same skillet with the sausage drippings, add sliced onion and bell peppers. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until they begin to soften.
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Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Pour in the chicken broth and balsamic vinegar, stirring to combine all ingredients.
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Lower the heat and simmer the mixture for 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the liquid to reduce slightly.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil or parsley.