Name: Skillet Sausage and Zucchini
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini (cubed); 4 fully cooked sausages (sliced into circles ¼-inch thick); 1 onion (cut into ¾ inch pieces (close to same size as zucchini)); ¼ tsp garlic powder; ½ tsp dried oregano; ½ tsp dried basil; fresh basil (for garnish (optinoal)); 1 bell pepper (any color, cut into ¾-inch pieces (close to same size as zucchini)); ¼ tsp onion powder; ¼ tsp pepper; 2 ½ tbsp olive or avocado oil; ½ tsp salt; 1 tsp garlic (minced)

Zucchini and Sausage in a Skillet – Dinner in 20 Minutes!

Okay, can I just ask—how is it that some days you just *can’t* even? Like, you get home from work, and you’re just so over everything? 🙄 But don’t worry, I got ya! This Skillet Sausage and Zucchini dish is what you need when you want something quick, healthy, and totally satisfying. Seriously, it’s like a big hug from your dinner plate.

Main dish photo — *The finished dish — looks amazing, right?*

So, picture this: I was standing in my kitchen the other night, and I had like 20 minutes before I had to jump on a call. I threw open my fridge, and bam! Zucchini, sausages, some sad-looking bell peppers—perfect! I whipped this up in no time, and let me tell you, my taste buds were partying. 🎉

Okay, Let’s Talk Ingredients

Alright, so here’s the deal. You’ll need:

– 2 medium zucchini (you want them cubed, so they cook fast!)
– 4 fully cooked sausages (I usually grab whatever I have; chicken, turkey, whatever!)
– 1 onion (cut it into chunks, not tiny bits—who’s got time for that?)
– 1 bell pepper (any color; I usually go for red for that pop!)
– Garlic powder, oregano, basil, onion powder, pepper, and salt (just your usual suspects)
– Olive or avocado oil (2.5 tbsp, but who’s measuring anyway? A glug will do)
– Minced garlic (fresh if you’re feeling fancy)

Seriously, just grab whatever’s in your fridge. Don’t stress!

So Here’s Why I Make This Constantly

Okay, real talk: This recipe saved my life during the *great zucchini season* of last summer. Like, my garden exploded with them—at one point, I was giving zucchinis to my neighbors (sorry, guys!). I needed something quick and easy, and this became my go-to. Plus, it’s all one skillet! Less dishes, more time to watch Netflix, am I right?

And every time I make it, the smell just brings me back to summer evenings—like, I can almost hear the crickets outside. 🦗

Another beautiful angle of the dish — *Just as gorgeous from this angle too!*

The One Trick That Changes Everything

Listen closely: the trick is letting the sausage get a little crispy before you toss in the veggies. I know, I know, patience isn’t easy, but trust me. Those little browned bits? *Chef’s kiss*. It makes everything taste SO much better!

Don’t Mess This Up (My Top Tips)

– Don’t crowd the skillet. If you’re stuffing it like a Thanksgiving turkey, you won’t get those nice browning effects.
– Check your seasoning. Taste as you go! If it needs salt, add it! If it needs more garlic (it always does), add it!
– And for the love of everything, don’t let the zucchini get mushy. Just cook it until it’s tender but still has that little bite!

How to Keep Them From Disappearing (Or, How to Store Them)

Leftovers? What’s that? 😂 But seriously, if you have any left, just pop them in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll be good for like 3-4 days. You could even reheat them in a skillet to bring that fresh vibe back.

If You Liked This, You’ll Probably Like These Too

– One-Pan Chicken Fajitas: Same vibe, less zucchini.
– Veggie Stir Fry: Swap out the sausage for tofu or chicken!
– Spicy Shrimp Tacos: Because who doesn’t love tacos?

So, what’s your go-to quick meal? Let me know, I need more ideas! 🍽️

Skillet Sausage and Zucchini

Flavor-packed Skillet Sausage and Zucchini with amazing ingredients and incredible taste! Perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time
10 minutes

Cook Time
10 minutes

Total Time
20 minutes

Category: Dinner

Yield: 4 servings servings

Ingredients

2 medium zucchini (cubed)

4 fully cooked sausages (sliced into circles ¼-inch thick)

1 onion (cut into ¾ inch pieces (close to same size as zucchini))

¼ tsp garlic powder

½ tsp dried oregano

½ tsp dried basil

fresh basil (for garnish (optinoal))

1 bell pepper (any color, cut into ¾-inch pieces (close to same size as zucchini))

¼ tsp onion powder

¼ tsp pepper

2 ½ tbsp olive or avocado oil

½ tsp salt

1 tsp garlic (minced)

Instructions

Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high-heat.
When the oil is hot, then add chopped sausage and sautè, flipping sausage often, for a few minutes or till sausage slices have some browning. Remove from pan and put aside.
Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 1 ½ tbsp of oil to skillet together with the zucchini, onion & bell pepper. Then sprinkle with oregano, garlic powder, basil, onion powder, pepper and salt. Stir.
Let cook till the onion is translucent, peppers and zucchini are near tender for 5 minutes.
Add sausage back into the skillet together with minced garlic. Stir. Cover so everything moves through for a few minutes. Taste and add additional salt if needed.