One-Pan Corn, Pepper, Smoked Sausage & Onion Skillet
Looking for a way to put that extra corn in your fridge to good use? This One-Pan Corn, Pepper, Smoked Sausage & Onion Skillet is an incredibly easy, flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with almost any main course.
Whether you're serving up a comforting soul food meal or keeping things light with a big salad, this skillet has you covered.
Why Add Peppers?
There are so many good reasons to toss peppers into your skillet corn!
They bring a richer flavor, a fantastic crunch, and a gorgeous pop of color to the dish. If you prefer a mild, fresh taste, stick to bell peppers. If you like it hot, go ahead and use hot peppers! Plus, adding veggies like peppers and onions is a great way to sneak a little extra fiber into your meal.
Ingredients You'll Need
While you can customize this based on what you have on hand, here is the basic lineup:
- Smoked Sausage (sliced)
- Corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- Peppers (Bell peppers or hot peppers, chopped)
- Onions (chopped)
- Minced Garlic
- Olive Oil
How to Make It
- Toast the Garlic: Set a skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and let it toast slightly before adding anything else. This mellows the sharp, raw bite of the garlic and infuses the oil with an incredible aroma.
- Sauté the Sausage and Veggies: Add the sliced smoked sausage, chopped peppers, and onions to the skillet. Stir the mixture occasionally until the peppers begin to cook down and soften just a bit.
- Add the Corn: Finally, add the corn and any remaining ingredients you are using to the skillet.
- Finish Cooking: Cook and stir everything together until the peppers and onions are soft to your liking and the corn is heated completely through.
Plate it up, serve, and enjoy!
