Description
Enjoy a hearty Sweet Potato and Sausage Skillet that combines savory sausage with sweet roasted potatoes and vibrant veggies, perfect for any meal of the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Peel and dice sweet potatoes into small cubes. Chop bell peppers and slice the onion.
- Sauté the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in diced sweet potatoes, chopped onion, and bell peppers. Cook for about 8 minutes until they start to soften.
- Season It Up: Sprinkle minced garlic over the mixture along with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Stir well to combine flavors.
- Cook Until Tender: Cover the skillet, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 10 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Serve It Right: Transfer to plates or bowls. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Swap sweet potatoes for regular potatoes or cauliflower for a low-carb option. Add spinach or kale at the end for extra nutrition. Allow leftovers to sit briefly before serving to enhance flavors.