Ranch-Flavored Brussel Sprouts and Chicken Sausage

This is a one-pan weeknight meal that has become a staple in our household. It's paleo, and tasty to boot.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon  of minced onion
• 2  teaspoons dried parsley flakes
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 4  cups Brussels sprouts, cut into fourths
• 4  applegate chicken apple sausages, sliced
• 4  pieces bacon, diced
• 1⁄4 cup olive oil

Directions

1. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add olive oil to the pan along with the spices. Then toss in your brussel sprouts.
2. Sprinkle some salt and pepper over the brussel sprouts and let them sit for a couple minutes until they begin to burn just a bit.
3. Use a spoon or a flip of your wrist to turn the brussel sprouts over to cook on the other side.
4. Once the brussel sprouts have been flipped, add in a few tablespoons of water and cover the pan with a lid. Keep an eye on them, being sure to move them around once more so the little guys don't stick to the pan.
5. While the brussel sprouts finish cooking, add a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Add your diced bacon to the pan. As soon as the fat begins to render out into the pan, add the sliced chicken sausage. Stir somewhat regularly for about 7 minutes.
7. When your brussel sprouts are soft enough to stick a fork through, remove from heat, salt and pepper once more, then place in bowl.
8. Top with your cooked bacon and sausage.