Sweet, savory, and smoky… this skillet Sausage and Peppers Recipe serves up big hearty flavors with hardly any effort. It’s an easy one-pan wonder that’s ridiculously easy to make! Serve with a side of bread or potatoes, or enjoy as a masterpiece of a sandwich!
Sausage and Peppers Recipe
Are you looking for the perfect easy dinner recipe to serve up this week? You’re going to LOVE this Sausage and Peppers Recipe!
We’re all about easy weeknight dinners here at my house, and thanks to this simple skillet meal, dinner has never tasted so good!
Trust me… this Skillet Sauerkraut and Sausage loaded with bell peppers and onions is the perfect way to add some serious flavor to your week!
It’s such a tasty way to add more veggies to your day, and is packed with protein.
You won’t believe how EASY this Cast Iron Skillet Recipe is to make, too! Just a little bit of chopping and stirring, and dinner is done!
Simple and SO delicious.
It’s the perfect Easy Dinner Recipe for a busy weeknight!
Be sure to also try these Skillet Chicken Fajitas, too!
Now what are you waiting for? Let’s get dinner started!
Here’s what you’ll need to make your Skillet Sauerkraut Sausage and Peppers…
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Sausage and Peppers Ingredients
It takes just a few simple ingredients to make the BEST Skillet Sausage and Peppers!
Add the following to your next grocery list to make sure you’ve got everything on hand…
- Bell Peppers – 1 red, 1 orange, 1 yellow (tonight we eat the rainbow!)
- Onion – yellow for balanced sweet flavor
- Garlic – minced
- Beef Kielbasa – to pack in the protein
- Sauerkraut – I prefer refrigerated for the probiotic boost, but you can use shelf stable, too
- Brown Sugar – to balance out the flavors (See How to Keep Brown Sugar Softer)
- Salt – to bring out the flavors (I like to use Sea Salt)
You’ll also need a skillet to get the job done.
That’s it. So simple!
What Meat Goes With Sauerkraut and Peppers?
For maximum flavor, Kielbasa Sausage (also known as Polish Sausage) is one of the tastiest meats you can serve up with sauerkraut.
Then add in some veggies to balance out and kick up the flavors, and you’ve got a complete low carb meal!
How to Make Sausage and Peppers
You’re not going to believe how EASY this is to make!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Chop your veggies.
2. Slice your Kielbasa.
3. Sautee Peppers, Onion and Garlic in Skillet.
4. Add sauerkraut to your skillet as specified just before serving your meal. It will allow it to slowly heat up and just begin to dry out.
That’s it… you’re done!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
What to Serve with Sausage and Peppers
There are so many delicious sides to serve alongside this savory dish! Here are a few of my favorites…
- Crusty Bread
- Hamburger Buns or Hoagie Rolls (to enjoy as a sandwich!)
- Potatoes
- Rice
- Quinoa
- Sourdough Bread
Skillet Sausage and Peppers Variations
Want to change things up a bit? Go for it!
Here are a few of my favorite tasty variations…
- Italian Sausage and Peppers: Swap Beef Kielbasa for Sweet Italian Sausage
- Smoked Sausage and Peppers: Swap the Beef Kielbasa for Smoked Kielbasa
Sauerkraut Sausage and Peppers Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this recipe…
Rebecca writes: “Love this! Such an easy dinner!”
Cindy writes: “Yummy!”
Lisa writes: “Perfect comfort meal, and easy to make too!”
Charlotte writes: “It is delicious!”
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Sausage and Peppers Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 Bell Peppers, (1 Red, 1 Orange, 1 Yellow)
- 1 Yellow Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 3 Tbsp Avocado Oil
- 12 oz Beef Kielbasa Link
- 2 cups Sauerkraut, drained
- 1 Tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Cube Bell Peppers and Yellow Onion, and slice Kielbasa.
- Add Oil, Peppers, Onion and Garlic to skillet, and stir over medium heat.
- After 10-15 minutes, or when onions become translucent, add Kielbasa, Sauerkraut, Brown Sugar and Salt to skillet. Stir for 5 more minutes, then ENJOY!
Notes
- For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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Yummm! Smacking my lips
Sausage and sauerkraut are a perfect pairing!
Happy Wednesday, Heidi!
They really are such a perfect pair! Hope you have a lovely week!
I didn’t know you could put these flavors together, Heidi, this looks amazing! My Dad loves peppers and sausage so I’m super excited to make this for him. He’ll be tickled pink to have something that feels like comfort food. Big hugs, CoCo
Oh then he’ll definitely love this, CoCo… have fun surprising him!
This looks delicious! What a great and easy recipe to enjoy. Thank you for sharing!
You’re very welcome!
A little savory, sour, sweet and easy- now that is our kind of dinner! Great easy skillet dinner recipe to get us through another busy week.
Thank you… I’m so glad you like it!
This looks so delicious and perfect for a brunch! I might have to make this soon!
Fantastic! And you’re right… it would make a great addition to a brunch!
Any meal that requires less washing up gets my vote! Need to check out some more of your skillet recipes, Heidi, thank you 🙂
You’re very welcome, Lisa… enjoy easy the skillet recipes!
Looks great.. and easy!
Thank you so much, Hena!
What a great, quick and hearty dinner recipe! I’d add in some perogies for my love of carbs! 😀
Ooh fun… that sounds like a delicious addition, Michelle!
C’est une recette bien appétissante
Bonne soirée
Merci beaucoup Delpine 🙂 Bonne soirée.
Love this! Sausage and sauerkraut are definitely a match made in heaven!
I completely agree… they really are the perfect combo!