Best Fast Italian Vegetable Skillet Recipes

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QUICK ITALIAN VEGGIE SKILLET



Quick Italian Veggie Skillet image

When you don't know what to serve, Italian flavors are a good starting point. We combine cannellini and garbanzo beans for this snappy rice dish. -Sonya Labbe, West Hollywood, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (15 ounces) no-salt-added garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) no-salt-added cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 cup vegetable broth
3/4 cup uncooked instant rice
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1 cup marinara sauce
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Minced fresh basil

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine first 6 ingredients and, if desired, pepper flakes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is tender, 7-9 minutes. Stir in marinara sauce; heat through, stirring occasionally. Top with cheese and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 660mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

QUICK ITALIAN SKILLET DINNER



Quick Italian Skillet Dinner image

Dinner in 30 minutes - and only one pot to clean! Combine Italian sausage with peppers, onions, diced tomatoes, vegetable juice and rice for a meal that is better than anything you'd make from a box!

Provided by Red Gold

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     RED GOLD®, Inc.

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound Italian sausage
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can RED GOLD® Diced Tomatoes
2 cups RED GOLD® Vegetable Juice from Concentrate
1 ½ cups instant rice
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In large skillet cook sausage until no longer pink, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain off excess fat. Add green bell pepper and onion; cook until crisp.
  • Add diced tomatoes and vegetable juice; cook and stir until mixture boils. Remove from heat and stir in rice.
  • Cover and let stand 6 to 8 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 41.8 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 17.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 1012.2 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

ITALIAN CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE SKILLET



Italian Chicken and Vegetable Skillet image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1¼ pounds chicken tenders
1¼ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
2 teaspoons McCormick® Perfect Pinch® Italian Seasoning
2 teaspoons Lawry's® Seasoned Salt
1 cup grape tomatoes
½ cup cut-up string beans
½ cup cut-up asparagus
½ cup sliced yellow squash
½ cup sliced zucchini
½ cup bell pepper strips
½ cup sliced onion

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 5 to 6 minutes or until golden brown.
  • 2. Stir in vegetables, Italian seasoning and seasoned salt. Cook and stir 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender-crisp. Add tomatoes; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until tomatoes are slightly softened and chicken is cooked through.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE VEGGIE SKILLET



Italian Sausage Veggie Skillet image

We love Italian sausage sandwiches, but because the bread isn't diet-friendly for me, I created this recipe to satisfy my craving. If you like some heat, use hot peppers in place of the sweet peppers. -Tina Howells, Salem, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta
1 pound Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 medium zucchini, chopped
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
1 large sweet yellow pepper, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. , Meanwhile, in large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium-high heat until sausage is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute longer. Add zucchini and peppers; cook until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Add tomatoes, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until vegetables are tender and begin to release their juices, 5-7 minutes. Serve with pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic exchanges

ITALIAN VEGGIE SKILLET



Italian Veggie Skillet image

"Although I'm retired, I like recipes that are fast to prepare," shares Josephine Piro of Easton, Pennsylvania. "This side dish is ready in no time and incorporates vegetables and herbs from our garden for a refreshing taste."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 2-3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1-1/2 teaspoons plus 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil, divided
2 tablespoons sliced green onion
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute squash and mushrooms in oil for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add the tomatoes, salt and garlic. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 6-8 minutes. , Stir in the parsley, rosemary, thyme and 1-1/2 teaspoons basil; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until heated through. Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with onion and remaining basil; lightly toss. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 464mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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