Here’s a classic, hearty Sausage, Peppers, and Potatoes recipe—simple, comforting, and full of flavor. Works great as a one-pan meal or for feeding a crowd.
Sausage, Peppers & Potatoes
Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 1½ lb smoked sausage or Italian sausage (mild or hot), sliced
- 2 lb potatoes (Yukon gold or red), cut into chunks
- 2–3 bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Optional: crushed red pepper flakes, fresh parsley
Oven-Baked Method (Best Flavor)
- Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
- In a large bowl, toss potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Spread potatoes on a large baking sheet. Bake 20 minutes.
- Add sausage, peppers, and onions. Drizzle with remaining oil and toss gently.
- Return to oven and bake 25–30 minutes, stirring once, until potatoes are tender and sausage is browned.
- Garnish with parsley or red pepper flakes if desired.
Skillet Method (Stovetop & Fast)
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add potatoes, cover, and cook 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally until fork-tender.
- Add sausage and cook until browned.
- Add peppers and onions; cook 5–7 minutes until soft.
- Season and serve hot.
Slow Cooker Option
- Add everything to the slow cooker with ½ cup broth.
- Cook LOW 5–6 hours or HIGH 3–4 hours.
Flavor Variations
- Garlic butter: Finish with a pat of butter + minced garlic
- Cheesy: Sprinkle mozzarella or provolone during last 5 minutes
- Spicy: Use hot sausage + chili flakes
- Soul food style: Add smoked paprika + a splash of Worcestershire
If you’d like, I can give you a foil-packet version for grilling, or a sheet-pan meal with honey mustard glaze—just tell me!
