Description
This BBQ Smoked Sausage with Charred Peppers and Onions recipe features smoky, flavorful sausage pieces broiled alongside sweet onions and vibrant red bell peppers. Tossed in tangy BBQ sauce and caramelized under a high-heat broiler, this quick and easy dish delivers a perfect balance of smoky char and saucy sweetness, ideal for a fast weeknight meal or casual get-together.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 14 ounces smoked sausage
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- ½ medium sweet onion
- 1 medium red bell pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler: Set your oven’s broiler to high heat to prepare for quick cooking and to achieve a nicely charred exterior on the sausage and vegetables.
- Prepare the ingredients: Slice the smoked sausage into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Chop the half sweet onion and the medium red bell pepper into roughly 1-inch pieces to ensure even cooking.
- First broil: Arrange the sausage, peppers, and onions evenly on a baking pan lined with foil. Place the pan on the top rack of the oven and broil for about 9 minutes, until the sausage develops a slight char and the vegetables start to caramelize.
- Toss with BBQ sauce: Carefully remove the pan from the oven and transfer the cooked sausage, onions, and peppers into a large bowl. Thoroughly toss everything with ½ cup of BBQ sauce, making sure all pieces are well coated for maximum flavor.
- Broil again: Spread the sauced mixture evenly back onto the foil-lined baking pan. Place it under the broiler once more for about 4 minutes until the BBQ sauce begins to bubble and caramelize, creating a delicious sticky finish.
- Serve: Remove the pan from the oven and serve immediately while hot to enjoy the full smoky, sweet, and savory flavors of the dish.
Notes
- Use a foil-lined pan for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Keep a close eye during broiling to avoid burning the sausage or sauce.
- Swap smoked sausage for your favorite sausage variety if preferred.
- Serve with rice, bread, or as a hearty sandwich filling.
