How to Make Quick Italian Skillet Dinner - A Step-by-Step Guide

Italian cuisine is known for its rich and savory flavors, and this Quick Italian Skillet Dinner recipe is no exception. With a combination of tender pasta, seasoned ground beef, and vibrant vegetables, this dish is a satisfying and comforting one-pot meal that can be whipped up in no time.

What sets this recipe apart is its simplicity and convenience. By using a skillet, you can cook everything in one pan, cutting down on the time and effort it takes to prepare a delicious meal. Wheth...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (such as Red Gold)
  • 2 cups vegetable juice from concentrate (such as Red Gold)
  • 1 ½ cups instant rice
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Cook sausage in a large skillet until no longer pink, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain off excess fat. Add bell pepper and onion; cook until crisp. Add diced tomatoes and vegetable juice; cook and stir until boiling.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in rice. Cover the skillet and let stand until liquid is absorbed, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over sausage, tomato, and rice mixture. Cover again and let stand until cheese is melted.
  • Nutrition

    358 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 42mg
    • Sodium: 1012mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 169mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 229mg