Chicken With Peppers & Sausage

This comforting skillet dinner brings together the savory richness of sweet Italian sausage with tender chicken breasts and vibrant bell peppers. The dish is built on a foundation of caramelized onions and aromatic thyme, finished with a bright splash of balsamic vinegar that ties all the flavors together. It offers a perfect balance of textures, from the crisp edges of the sausage to the soft, fork-tender vegetables. Ideal for a busy weeknight when you crave something substantial yet simple, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal cleanup. Serve it over rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious pan juices.

Cooking Method: Boiling

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 4

Calories: 351.4

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This comforting skillet dinner brings together the savory richness of sweet Italian sausage with tender chicken breasts and vibrant bell peppers. The dish is built on a foundation of caramelized onions and aromatic thyme, finished with a bright splash of balsamic vinegar that ties all the flavors together. It offers a perfect balance of textures, from the crisp edges of the sausage to the soft, fork-tender vegetables. Ideal for a busy weeknight when you crave something substantial yet simple, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal cleanup. Serve it over rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious pan juices.

Ingredients

1/2 pound Sweet Italian-sausage links
1 lg Red pepper
1 lg Yellow pepper
1 Medium-size red onion
3 tablespoon Olive or salad oil
1/2 teaspoon Dried thyme leaves
2 Whole Medium-size

Directions

1
Trim and slice the skinless, boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces; season lightly with salt and pepper.
2
In a large 12-inch skillet over medium heat, add the sweet Italian sausage links and 1/4 cup water.
3
Cover the skillet and bring to a boil, then cook for 5 minutes to partially cook the sausage.
4
Remove the lid and continue cooking, turning the sausages frequently and pricking them with a fork to release fat, until browned and cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
5
Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside on paper towels to drain; once cool enough to handle, slice diagonally into thin rounds.
6
Meanwhile, cut the red and yellow peppers into 1 1/2-inch wide strips and slice the red onion into thin wedges.
7
In a separate 3-quart saucepan or large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil.
8
Add the pepper strips, onion wedges, and dried thyme; cook for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are fork-tender and slightly caramelized.
9
Return the skillet with the sausage drippings to medium heat; add the seasoned chicken pieces.
10
Cook the chicken, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.
11
Add the cooked vegetable mixture and sliced sausage back into the skillet with the chicken.
12
Drizzle with balsamic or red wine vinegar and toss gently to combine, heating everything through for 2-3 minutes.
13
Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 351.4kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.2g39%
Saturated Fat 6.4g32%
Cholesterol 29.5mg10%
Sodium 465.1mg20%
Total Carbohydrate 21.1g8%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g30%
Sugars 3.1g
Protein 15.4g31%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, sausage, peppers, italian, skillet, dinner, easy, weeknight, onion, thyme, balsamic, healthy, comfort food, pan-seared, family meal

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