Granbury-Inspired Lakehouse Grilled Sausage Skewers

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-21 · Updated 2026-06-21

Juicy grilled sausage skewers with colorful bell peppers and onions, evoking the vibrant outdoor fun and culinary delights of Granbury, TX. This american-inspired grilling ready in about 52 minutes pairs small, cut into 1-inch pieces red onion, olive oil, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 oz, sliced into 1-inch pieces smoked sausage links
• 1 medium, cut into 1-inch chunks red bell pepper
• 1 medium, cut into 1-inch chunks yellow bell pepper
• 1 small, cut into 1-inch pieces red onion
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 6 wooden skewers

Instructions

1. Step 1: Soak 6 wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, toss 12 oz sliced smoked sausage, 1 medium red bell pepper chunks, 1 medium yellow bell pepper chunks, and 1 small red onion pieces with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
3. Step 3: Thread the sausage, peppers, and onion alternately onto the soaked skewers, ensuring even distribution for balanced grilling.
4. Step 4: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes, until the sausage is browned and the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
5. Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 3 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.