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Cajun Comfort
Cajun Sausage and Peppers
A Cajun sausage and peppers skillet with smoky andouille, sweet bell peppers, and onions in one pan.
RECIPE AT A GLANCE
15
min
Active Time
30
min
Total Time
4
SERVINGS
Stovetop
METHOD
Why It Works
Browning the sausage first leaves smoky flavor for the peppers to soak up. Cooking the peppers until just tender keeps them sweet and a little crisp.
Ingredients
Protein
• 1 lb andouille or smoked sausage, sliced
Sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
Vegetables
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow onion, sliced
Seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Topping
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
How to Make It
1
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Brown the sausage, then transfer to a plate.
2
Add the bell peppers and onion to the skillet and cook 5 minutes.
3
Stir in garlic, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika and cook 30 seconds.
4
Pour in the broth and scrape up the browned bits.
5
Return the sausage and cook 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
6
Top with parsley and serve.
How to Make It
1
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Brown the sausage, then transfer to a plate.
2
Add the bell peppers and onion to the skillet and cook 5 minutes.
3
Stir in garlic, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika and cook 30 seconds.
4
Pour in the broth and scrape up the browned bits.
5
Return the sausage and cook 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
6
Top with parsley and serve.
Ingredients
Protein
• 1 lb andouille or smoked sausage, sliced
Sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
Vegetables
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow onion, sliced
Seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Topping
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Storage & Reheat
Store:
Store up to 3 days.
Reheat:
Reheat on the stovetop or microwave until warm.
Swaps
No chicken broth? Use the same amount of vegetable broth.
Avo's Tip
Brown the sausage undisturbed for a minute so it picks up color before the peppers go in.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
How do I serve it?
Over rice, on a toasted roll, or with mashed potatoes.
What sausage works best?
Andouille for authentic heat, or any smoked sausage for a milder version.
Can I add more veg?
Yes. Mushrooms or zucchini fold in nicely with the peppers.
Quick Fixes
Peppers too soft: cook them just until crisp-tender.
Want more heat: add cayenne or hot sauce.
Drier pan: add a splash of broth to loosen the bits.
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