Sausage and Vegetable Skillet with Herbed Potatoes
Savory sausage and potatoes sautéed with bell peppers and zucchini for a one-pan meal. This american-inspired whole30 ready in about 35 minutes pairs chicken sausage, potatoes, bell pepper 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 chicken sausage
- 2 cups potatoes
- 1/2 cup bell pepper
- 1/2 cup zucchini
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced potatoes and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.
- Step 2: Add diced bell pepper, zucchini, and minced garlic. Cook for 5 minutes until vegetables are slightly softened. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add sliced chicken sausage, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir to combine and cook for 5 minutes until sausage is heated through and potatoes are tender.
- Step 4: Drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and stir to coat. Serve hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sausage and Vegetable Skillet with Herbed Potatoes 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 Skillet with Herbed Potatoes?
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 Skillet with Herbed Potatoes?
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 Skillet with Herbed Potatoes 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 Skillet with Herbed Potatoes?
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
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
