One-Pan Sausage and Bell Peppers with Red Wine
Savory Italian sausage and colorful bell peppers simmered in red wine for a flavorful, no-fuss dinner. This italian-inspired one pot ready in about 25 minutes pairs removed from casings Italian sausage, sliced (1/4-inch) bell peppers, red wine for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, 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, removed from casings Italian sausage
- 2, sliced (1/4-inch) bell peppers
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz Italian sausage (removed from casings) and cook for 5 minutes until browned, breaking into small pieces with a spoon.
- Step 2: Add 2 sliced bell peppers (1/4-inch) and 3 minced garlic cloves. Cook for 3 minutes until peppers begin to soften.
- Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup red wine, 1 tsp dried oregano, and 1/4 tsp salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 8 minutes until wine reduces by half and peppers are tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Serve immediately, spooning sauce over the sausage and peppers.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Sausage and Bell Peppers with Red Wine take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pan Sausage and Bell Peppers with Red Wine?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep red wine from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Sausage and Bell Peppers with Red Wine?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pan Sausage and Bell Peppers with Red Wine for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pan Sausage and Bell Peppers with Red Wine?
Italian one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
