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One-Pot Italian Sausage

Easy One-Pot Braised Italian Sausage

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This easy one-pot braised Italian sausage comes together with juicy sausage, sweet peppers, onions, tomatoes, and fresh herbs. Just let everything cook together in one pot, and you’ll have a simple dish that’s big on flavor and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian-American
Servings 4 people
Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Dutch oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground Italian sausage mild or spicy
  • 6–8 yellow mini peppers sliced
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 jalapeño thinly sliced (adjust to spice preference)
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 3–4 fresh sage leaves
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh Italian parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare all your ingredients: chop the onions, mince the garlic, slice the peppers, and have everything measured out—so the cooking process flows smoothly.
    Ingredients for One-Pot Italian Sausage
  • Start the base: Heat a little oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the diced onions and sauté for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn soft and glossy.
    sauté onions for One-Pot Italian Sausage
  • Cook the sausage: Add the Italian sausage to the pan. Use a wooden spoon to break it down into bite-sized pieces. Stir well so it cooks evenly and starts to brown.
    Cook the sausage for One-Pot Italian Sausage
  • Add aromatics and veggies: Toss in the minced garlic, fresh sage leaves, mini bell peppers, a pinch of salt and pepper, and sweet cherry tomatoes. Stir everything together until fragrant.
    Add aromatics and veggies for One-Pot Italian Sausage
  • Deglaze and braise: Pour in a splash of white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Cover with a lid and let it braise on low heat for about 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
    Deglaze and braise for One-Pot Italian Sausage
  • Finish and serve: Remove the lid, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top, and give it a gentle stir. Serve hot with crusty bread, pasta, or rice for a complete meal.
    sprinkle freshly chopped parsley for One-Pot Italian Sausage

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Notes

  • Prep first: Have your onions, garlic, peppers, and tomatoes ready before you start cooking. This makes the process smoother and stress-free.
  • Choose good sausage: Use fresh Italian sausage (mild or spicy, depending on your taste). The better the sausage, the richer the flavor of the dish.
  • Don’t rush the onions: Let them sauté until soft and glossy—this builds a sweet, flavorful base for the braise.
  • Break the sausage well: Use a wooden spoon to crumble the sausage evenly. This ensures it cooks through and blends nicely with the vegetables.
  • Deglaze properly: When you pour in the wine, scrape the bottom of the pan to release those flavorful browned bits—this is where much of the flavor comes from.
  • Adjust the liquid: If you like it saucier, add a splash of chicken broth along with the wine before braising.
  • Finish fresh: Don’t skip the parsley at the end—it brightens the whole dish and balances the richness.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcal
Keyword 30 minute Italian dinner, braised Italian sausage, easy sausage recipe, one-pot Italian sausage, quick weeknight meals
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