Sausage and Vegetable Frittata
A protein-rich frittata baked with spicy chicken sausage, bell peppers, and onions for a satisfying breakfast or brunch. This american-inspired whole30 ready in about 35 minutes pairs chicken sausage, bell peppers, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 chicken sausage
- 1 cup bell peppers
- 1/2 cup onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat, then cook diced bell peppers and onion for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add minced garlic and sliced chicken sausage, cooking 3-4 minutes until sausage is browned and cooked through.
- Step 3: Whisk together 6 large eggs, 1/4 cup water, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Pour over sausage mixture in skillet, cooking 3-4 minutes until edges set. Transfer to oven and bake 12-15 minutes until center is set.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sausage and Vegetable Frittata take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Sausage and Vegetable Frittata?
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 chicken sausage from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sausage and Vegetable Frittata?
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 Sausage and Vegetable Frittata 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 Sausage and Vegetable Frittata?
American whole30 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
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
