Cheesy Italian Sausage and Peppers Skillet
A hearty sausage and peppers bake made with mild Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, onion, mozzarella, and cheddar cheese.
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Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 10 to 12 mild Italian sausages sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 yellow bell pepper cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 green bell pepper cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 red bell pepper cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 yellow onion cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 c fresh mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1 c cheddar cheese freshly shredded
- ½ tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Nonstick cooking spray for preparing the baking dish
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Baking Dish
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and to make cleanup easier.
Step 2: Prepare the Sausage and Vegetables
- Slice the Italian sausages into bite-sized pieces.
- Cut the yellow, green, and red bell peppers into bite-sized chunks. Cut the yellow onion into similar-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
Step 3: Combine the Ingredients
- Place the sliced sausage, bell peppers, and onion into the prepared baking dish.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Toss all ingredients together until the sausage and vegetables are evenly coated with the olive oil and seasoning.
Step 4: Add the First Layer of Cheese
- Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese and half of the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the sausage and vegetable mixture.
Step 5: Bake
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the sausage is fully cooked through.
Step 6: Add the Remaining Cheese
- Remove the baking dish from the oven.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and beginning to brown.
Step 7: Check and Serve
- Ensure that the sausage is fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. The peppers should be tender, and the cheese should be melted and lightly browned.
- Allow the dish to rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm with your preferred sides.
Notes
To make this Cheesy Italian Sausage and Peppers Skillet gluten-free, use certified gluten-free Italian sausage, as some sausage brands may contain fillers or seasonings with gluten. Also confirm that the mozzarella, cheddar cheese, olive oil, and nonstick cooking spray are gluten-free. Serve with gluten-free sides such as rice, mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, salad, or certified gluten-free bread.