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Cajun Sausage and Pepper Skillet

Cajun Sausage and Pepper Skillet

Cajun Sausage and Pepper Skillet is a quick and flavorful dinner option, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sausage
  • 1 lb Sausage Italian sausage is a great substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Cooking Oil Use olive oil or vegetable oil.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onions work perfectly.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Can be swapped with yellow or green.
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper Any color of bell pepper can serve as a substitute.
  • 1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper Use additional red or green bell pepper if needed.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh preferred, but garlic powder can be used.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning Adjust amount based on heat preference.
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste Consider crushed tomatoes for more sauce.
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Vegetable stock works for vegetarian option.

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Add cooking oil to coat the bottom evenly.
  2. Add sliced sausage to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until browned. Remove sausage and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they soften and turn translucent.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and sliced bell peppers. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until the peppers are tender.
  5. Add tomato paste and chicken stock, mixing until combined. Let sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle in Cajun seasoning, adjusting for heat preference. Fold the browned sausage back into the skillet.
  7. If sauce is too thick, add more chicken stock. Cook for an additional minute and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Feel free to add more veggies like zucchini or spinach for enhanced nutrition. Use parchment paper for easy cleanup when roasting veggies.

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