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Delicious chicken sausage with colorful veggies in a healthy meal

Chicken Sausage and Veggies

A quick and colorful one-skillet dinner featuring savory chicken sausage and fiber-rich vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 links Chicken sausage Opt for high-quality sausage with a short ingredient list.
  • 2 cups Bell peppers (any color) Buy firm peppers without soft spots.
  • 2 medium Zucchini Substitute with yellow squash if desired.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or sweet onions preferred.
  • 1-2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • to taste Salt Season gradually.
  • to taste Pepper Freshly cracked preferred.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the chicken sausage into even rounds about 1/2 inch thick.
  2. Chop bell peppers into bite-sized strips, cut zucchini into half-moons, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add minced garlic and diced onion, sauté 1–2 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add sliced sausage, cooking for about 4–5 minutes until browned.
  4. Stir in bell peppers and zucchini, season with salt and pepper, and stir-fry 4–6 minutes until tender.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving immediately.

Notes

For better texture, avoid overcrowding the pan and brown the sausage first before adding vegetables. This dish reheats well and can be stored for up to 4 days in the fridge.