Roasted Butternut Squash and Sausage Breakfast Skillet
A hearty and flavorful breakfast skillet that's perfect for a weekend brunch or a quick and easy weekday meal. The roasted butternut squash adds a touch of sweetness and the sausage and vegetables provide a savory balance. This dish is also a great way to use up leftover roasted squash.
This recipe was inspired by my love of breakfast skillets and my desire to find a way to use up leftover roasted butternut squash. I started by browning some breakfast sausage in a skillet, then added some chopped onion and bell pepper. Once the vegetables were softened, I added the roasted butternut squash and cooked everything together until heated through. The final touch was a sprinkling of fresh parsley. The result was a delicious and satisfying breakfast skillet that was perfect for a weekend brunch or a quick and easy weekday meal.
Roasted Butternut Squash and Sausage Breakfast Skillet Roasted Butternut Squash and Sausage Breakfast Skillet Roasted Butternut Squash and Sausage Breakfast Skillet Roasted Butternut Squash and Sausage Breakfast Skillet
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 8 ounces of breakfast sausage
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 425 F.
  2. Toss butternut squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly browned.
  3. While the squash is roasting, cook the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
  4. Add the onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the roasted butternut squash to the skillet and stir to combine.
  6. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the squash is warmed through.
  7. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
  8. Enjoy!
Why It Works
  • Roasting the butternut squash brings out its natural sweetness and caramelizes the edges, giving it a delicious flavor and texture.
  • The breakfast sausage adds a savory balance to the dish and provides a source of protein.
  • The onion and bell pepper add flavor and texture to the dish and help to balance out the sweetness of the squash.
  • The fresh parsley adds a bright and herbaceous flavor to the dish and helps to brighten up the colors.