Description
This Andouille Sausage & Peppers recipe is a flavorful and hearty skillet dish featuring spicy andouille sausage combined with sautéed bell peppers, onions, and aromatic spices. Perfect as a standalone meal or served in sub rolls for a delicious sandwich, this recipe delivers a satisfying mix of smoky, spicy, and fresh flavors with an easy stovetop cooking method.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage
- 4 andouille sausages (about 1 lb), sliced into 1-inch pieces
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Garnish and Serving
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: 4 sub rolls or hoagie buns (for serving, if making sausage sandwiches)
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the andouille sausage slices and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the sausages are browned and cooked through. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and slightly caramelized.
- Season the Dish: Add the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper if using, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the vegetables. Stir to coat evenly with the spices and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine the Sausage and Veggies: Return the cooked andouille sausage to the skillet with the peppers and onions. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes to heat through and allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Serve the sausage and peppers hot, on its own or in sub rolls/hoagie buns as sandwiches. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or cilantro for color and added freshness.
Notes
- Optional cayenne pepper can be omitted for a milder dish.
- For a gluten-free option, serve without the sub rolls or substitute gluten-free buns.
- Use fresh herbs for garnish to enhance flavor and presentation.
- You can add more veggies such as mushrooms or zucchini for variation.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat on the stovetop or microwave.
