Description

This Sausage and White Bean Skillet is a quick, protein-packed meal made with smoky sausage, tender white beans, and sautéed veggies—all simmered in a light tomato broth. It’s easy, wholesome, and comes together in just 30 minutes for a comforting one-pan dinner.

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
12 oz smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced into coins
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 (15 oz) can white beans (cannellini or Great Northern), drained and rinsed
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juice)
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 cups baby spinach (optional)
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Cook the sausage:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook for 4–5 minutes until browned on both sides. Remove and set aside.
Sauté the veggies:
In the same skillet, add chopped onion and bell pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
Add beans and tomatoes:
Stir in white beans, diced tomatoes (with juice), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
Return sausage & add spinach:
Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Stir in spinach if using and cook for another 2–3 minutes until wilted and everything is heated through.
Serve:
Spoon into bowls and top with grated Parmesan and parsley if desired. Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a heartier meal.

Notes

For a spicier version, use hot Italian sausage or add crushed red pepper flakes.
Can be made ahead and reheated—flavors develop even more overnight.

Add zucchini or mushrooms for extra veggies.