This Italian Sausage and Peppers in White Wine Sauce is a delicious one-pan dinner made with sweet bell peppers and onions. It features a light, garlicky white wine sauce made from just broth, wine, and fresh garlic (no cream needed). It's a simple skillet recipe that's ready in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for weeknights, Sunday dinners, or even casual entertaining.
If you love hearty Italian meals, try our Easy Stuffed Italian Sausage Casserole, a baked dish with melty cheese. For a traditional Sunday dinner, don't miss our family's favorite Sunday Gravy with Short Ribs!
This dish is a classic Italian-American skillet meal that trades the usual marinara for a light, garlicky white wine sauce. The combination of pan-seared Italian sausage and sautéed peppers simmered in white wine creates a rich broth that pairs perfectly with a piece of crusty bread. We love this because it's quick, full of flavor, and uses ingredients we almost always have on hand.
If you like this recipe, you may also love our Pappardelle Bolognese, a classic homemade meat sauce, or end your meal on a sweet note with a crispy Italian Fried Dough (Zeppole).
Why We Love This Recipe
- Quick and Easy: On the table in 35 minutes, start to finish.
- One-Pan Dinner: Fewer dishes, more flavor.
- Savory & Fresh: The wine sauce adds depth without being heavy.
- Flexible: Serve with bread, over pasta, or even on hoagie rolls.
Italian Sausage and Peppers in White Wine Sauce Ingredients
This dish uses easy-to-find ingredients, most of which you probably already have. Here's what you'll need:
- Sweet Italian Sausage: We like to cut them into large chunks for more seared surface area. Spicy works too!
- Red, Yellow, and Green Bell Peppers: A colorful mix adds both sweetness and visual appeal. Keep the pieces large so they hold up during cooking.
- White Wine: We use a dry wine like Pinot Grigio.
- Chicken Broth: Adds depth and helps balance the acidity of the wine. Don't skip the reduction step. Letting the liquid simmer down concentrates the flavor.
- Onion: We prefer sweet or yellow onions for mellow flavor.
- Garlic: A few cloves go a long way.
- Italian Seasoning: A pantry staple that ties it all together.
- Olive Oil, Salt, and Pepper: Basic, but essential.
A full ingredient list with exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.
Substitutions & Variations
- Italian Sausages: Use turkey sausage or chicken sausage for a leaner option.
- White Wine: Substitute with chicken broth if you prefer not to use alcohol.
- Bell Peppers: Use any variety of sweet peppers or even add some spicy peppers for a kick.
How to Make Italian Sausage and Peppers in White Wine Sauce
STEP ONE: Prepare the Sausages
Season the sausage portions with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Sear the sausages until they develop a brown crust, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set them aside.
STEP TWO: Prepare the Vegetables
In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed. Add the bell peppers and onion, season with Italian seasoning, and cook until they are slightly charred and tender, about 5-6 minutes.
Add the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
STEP THREE: Deglaze with Wine and Broth
Pour in the white wine and chicken broth. Scrape the pan to lift all the brown bits.
Bring to a boil and let the liquid reduce, about 3 to 5 minutes.
STEP FOUR: Combine and Simmer
Return the sausages to the skillet, nestling them among the peppers.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the sausages are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F, about 6-8 minutes.
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Expert Tips for Success
👩🍳Jami's Pro Tips: Want to take this recipe to the next level? Check out my expert tips below for the best flavor, texture, and meal prep hacks!
✔️ DO Use a large skillet for even cooking and sear the sausages well to develop a crust and more flavor.
✔️ DO Let the wine and broth reduce properly to concentrate the flavors.
❌ DO NOT Overcrowd the pan. Work in batches if needed.
Storage
Store leftover Italian sausage and peppers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze sausage and peppers in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. When reheating, use a skillet over medium heat until warmed through.
Recipe FAQs
For a sausage and pepper skillet, both Italian sausage (either sweet or spicy) and smoked sausage are popular choices.
Yes, you can prepare a sausage and pepper skillet in advance. It reheats well, making it a great option for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners. Store it in the refrigerator and reheat it in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave.
A sausage and pepper skillet pairs well with various sides. Some common options include rice, pasta, or crusty bread. For a low-carb alternative, it can be served over cauliflower rice or with a fresh salad.
Dry white wines like Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, or Chardonnay work well. Avoid sweet wines as they change the balance of flavors.
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📖 Recipe
Italian Sausage and Peppers in White Wine Sauce
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 4 sweet Italian sausages cut into large portions
- 4 bell peppers, multi-colored cut into 1.5 chunks
- ½ small onion cut into large pieces
- ½ cup white wine Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, or Chardonnay
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 to 3 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the sausage portions with salt and pepper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the sausages until they develop a golden-brown crust, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set them aside.
- In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed. Add the bell peppers and onion, season with Italian seasoning, and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are slightly charred and tender. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Pour in the white wine and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a boil and let the liquids reduce, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Return the sausages to the skillet, nestling them among the peppers. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the sausages are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F, about 6-8 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
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Notes
- Italian Sausages: Use turkey sausage or chicken sausage for a leaner option.
- White Wine: Substitute with chicken broth if you prefer not to use alcohol.
- Bell Peppers: Use any variety of sweet peppers or even add some spicy peppers for a kick.
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