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Easy Sausage and Zucchini Skillet – A Quick One-Pan Meal

If you're looking for a fast, delicious, and healthy meal that comes together in just five minutes, this Sausage and Zucchini Skillet is for you!

Packed with protein, low in carbs, and full of flavor, this one-pan skillet meal is perfect for busy mornings or a quick lunch.

Lately, this easy skillet recipe has been on repeat in my kitchen, along with my 5-minute cottage cheese bowl. If you loved that recipe, you're going to love this one just as much!

Why You'll Love This Sausage and Zucchini Skillet Meal

• ✅ Ready in 5 minutes – Perfect for busy mornings or meal prep
• ✅ One skillet, minimal cleanup – A true one-pan meal
• ✅ Low-carb & high-protein – Ideal for a Trim Healthy Mama, keto, or gluten-free diet
• ✅ Customizable – Use any sausage or vegetables you like
• ✅ So much flavor! – The cooked sausage brings seasoning and depth without extra effort

Watch my video to see how easy this Sausage & Zucchini Skillet actually is!

Ingredients You Need

This zucchini skillet recipe is incredibly simple. Here’s what you need:

• Sausage – Any type works! I love Adele’s chicken sausage, but you can use Italian sausage, turkey sausage, or even smoked sausage.
• Zucchini – Diced into small pieces for quick cooking.
• Onion – Thinly sliced for the best caramelization.
• Avocado oil – Just a little to sauté everything.
• Salt and Pepper - only if you want - I don't usually add them.

Want to mix it up? Add bell peppers, garlic, or yellow squash for extra veggies and flavor!

How to Make Sausage and Zucchini Skillet

1️⃣ Prep Your Ingredients

• Slice the onion as thinly as possible so it caramelizes quickly.
• Dice the zucchini into bite-sized pieces.
• Cut the sausage into small chunks for even cooking.

2️⃣ Heat the Skillet

• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
• Add 1 teaspoon of avocado oil and let it warm up.

3️⃣ Cook the Veggies

• Add the onion to the hot skillet and cook for about 1 minute.
• Toss in the zucchini and sauté for 2 or 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4️⃣ Add the Sausage

• Stir in the cooked sausage and let everything brown nicely.
• Cook until the sausage and veggies are golden brown and caramelized.

5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy

• That’s it! This skillet meal is ready to serve as-is.

Tips & Variations

✅ Want more flavor? Add minced garlic, garlic powder, or a sprinkle of Italian seasoning.

✅ Like it spicy? Try spicy sausage, pepper flakes, or Tony’s Creole seasoning.

✅ Meal prep idea: Make a larger amount and store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Just reheat in the microwave for an easy meal!

Why This is the Perfect “Sweatpants Meal”

If you follow Trim Healthy Mama, you may be familiar with the term sweatpants meal – a meal you can throw together quickly without overthinking.

This easy sausage and zucchini skillet fits that description perfectly!

By keeping cooked sausage, zucchini, and onion on hand, you’ll always have a go-to skillet recipe when you need a fast, healthy meal.

Try This Recipe & Let Me Know!

I’d love to hear if you try this Sausage and Zucchini Skillet! Did you make any changes? What’s your favorite type of sausage to use?

And if you haven’t already, check out my 5-minute cottage cheese bowl – another easy one-pan recipe I’ve been loving lately!

More Easy Recipes You’ll Love:

• Cajun Chicken & Sausage Gumbo
• 5 Minute Air Fryer Cabbage & Sausage Recipe
• Sausage & Peppers Sheet Pan Dinner
• Sausage Alfredo with Zucchini Noodles

This easy and delicious meal is a must-try! Let me know what you think in the comments!