This Sausage Sheet Pan is your ultimate weeknight dinner hero—colorful bell peppers, savory sausage, and sweet onions roast together with plenty of garlic and herbs for maximum flavor and minimal fuss. Everything bakes on one pan, making cleanup a breeze and every bite bursting with hearty, vibrant goodness.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- One-Pan Wonder: The entire Sausage Sheet Pan cooks on a single baking sheet, making prep—and cleanup—a total snap.
- Bold, Balanced Flavors: Spicy andouille meets sweet Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic garlic for a satisfying bite in every forkful.
- Totally Customizable: Mix and match veggies or swap sausage styles to suit any craving, dietary need, or what’s lingering in your fridge.
- Perfect for Busy Nights: With just 10 minutes of hands-on prep, your dinner is effortlessly roasting while you relax (or wrangle homework!).
Ingredients You’ll Need
You truly only need a handful of everyday ingredients to create a Sausage Sheet Pan with dazzling color and irresistible flavor. Each one plays an essential role—bringing heat, sweetness, savoriness, and a little magic to every mouthful.
- Pre-cooked sausage (12-16 oz, sliced): Use your favorite kind—spicy andouille brings heat, while Italian sausage offers a garlicky, herby punch. Mixing varieties gives big flavor contrast!
- Red and green bell peppers (sliced): Their sweetness and vibrant color pop against the savory sausage and roast beautifully.
- Yellow onion (sliced): Adds inherent sweetness and gets gloriously caramelized in the oven, mingling perfectly with the peppers.
- Olive oil (2 tbsp): Helps everything brown, caramelize, and glisten—plus, it carries the seasonings evenly over all the ingredients.
- Italian seasoning (1 tbsp): A dried blend of rosemary, oregano, basil, and thyme adds big Mediterranean flavor in a single step.
- Kosher salt (1 tsp) and black pepper (1/4 tsp): Essentials for coaxing out the natural flavor from your sausage and veggies.
- Garlic (3 cloves, minced): A must for building complexity and a savory backbone you’ll crave bite after bite.
Variations
This Sausage Sheet Pan is the definition of adaptable—don’t be afraid to put your own spin on it! Changing up the ingredients lets you use whatever you have on hand or cater to special diets while still guaranteeing a crowd-pleasing meal.
- Veggie Swap: Try adding zucchini, mushrooms, or cherry tomatoes for a new flavor profile and even more colorful variety.
- Go Low Carb: Use chicken or turkey sausage and toss in handfuls of broccoli florets or cauliflower for a lighter but equally hearty twist.
- Mediterranean Spin: Add black olives and finish with crumbled feta right before serving for a Greek-inspired sheet pan dinner.
- Spice It Up: Use all hot sausage, sprinkle with red pepper flakes, or drizzle with chili oil for next-level heat.
How to Make Sausage Sheet Pan
Step 1: Prep and Slice
Start by slicing your sausage into bite-sized rounds and cutting the bell peppers and onion into thin strips. Uniform slices make everything cook evenly, and the whole tray bakes up with beautiful colors and textures.
Step 2: Season Everything
Combine the olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl, stirring until mixed. Drizzle this aromatic blend over your sausage, peppers, and onion right on the baking sheet, then toss everything together so that every piece glistens with herby goodness.
Step 3: Even Layer and Bake
Spread your mixture out in a single, even layer on a parchment- or foil-lined sheet pan. Pop it into a preheated 400°F oven for 35–40 minutes. Give it a good stir halfway through, so the sausage crisps up and the veggies roast perfectly on all sides.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
Once everything is golden and glistening, serve the Sausage Sheet Pan as is or over fluffy rice, greens, or toasted rolls. Every spoonful delivers juicy sausage, tender veggies, and loads of craveable flavor!
Pro Tips for Making Sausage Sheet Pan
- Sausage Matters: Use a mix of spicy and milder sausages for dimension—smoky andouille and classic Italian together create a balanced bite.
- Veggie Perfection: Slice peppers and onion of similar thickness so everything cooks at the same rate and you avoid burnt bits.
- Midway Toss: Stirring halfway through baking helps the veggies caramelize evenly and lets the sausage get those irresistible crispy edges.
- Liner Love: Line your pan with parchment or foil for easy cleanup—and easy transfer to your serving platter or table.
How to Serve Sausage Sheet Pan
Garnishes
A sprinkle of fresh parsley is classic, bringing a burst of color and freshness to the rich, roasted flavors. For even more zing, try a squeeze of lemon over the hot tray or a shower of grated Parmesan just before serving.
Side Dishes
This Sausage Sheet Pan shines as a meal on its own but also pairs beautifully with a simple green salad, hearty rice pilaf, or some crusty bread for mopping up every last flavorful bit. If you’re feeling fancy, a bowl of herbed couscous or buttered noodles does wonders too!
Creative Ways to Present
Load your sausage and veggies into toasted hoagie rolls for irresistible sheet pan sandwiches. Or, toss the mixture over a bed of mixed greens for a warm, satisfying salad. You could even fold it into a grain bowl with quinoa and a drizzle of pesto for a fresh twist on leftovers!
Make Ahead and Storage
Storing Leftovers
Let leftover Sausage Sheet Pan cool completely, then seal it in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. The flavors actually intensify, making it one of those rare dishes that’s possibly even better the next day.
Freezing
This recipe freezes brilliantly! Simply scoop cooled portions into freezer bags or containers. Freeze for up to 2 months—just thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating for a speedy, satisfying meal.
Reheating
Reheat your Sausage Sheet Pan leftovers on a baking sheet in a 375°F oven for about 10–12 minutes to restore their crispness. A microwave works in a pinch, but the oven keeps everything tasting freshly roasted.
FAQs
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Can I make Sausage Sheet Pan with raw sausage instead of pre-cooked?
Absolutely! Just slice raw sausages and make sure they’re fully cooked through by the end of roasting. Increase the bake time by 5–10 minutes, and check that your sausage is browned and has reached a safe internal temperature.
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What other vegetables work well in a Sausage Sheet Pan?
You can toss in zucchini, asparagus, mushrooms, broccoli florets, or even cubes of sweet potato. Just make sure everything is cut similarly in size so the veggies cook evenly alongside the sausage.
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How spicy does the Sausage Sheet Pan get with andouille sausage?
Spicy andouille will give the dish a lovely kick, but mixing it with mild Italian sausage keeps it family-friendly. Use all spicy sausage for a dish that really wakes up your tastebuds, or stick to mild varieties for a mellow flavor profile.
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Can I prep the ingredients for Sausage Sheet Pan ahead of time?
Definitely! Slice the sausage and veggies up to 24 hours ahead and store them separately, then just toss everything with oil and seasoning right before baking for a lightning-fast dinner.
Final Thoughts
I can’t wait for you to discover how easy—and delicious—this Sausage Sheet Pan can make your weeknight dinners. It’s a celebration of bold flavors and cheerful color, all roasted together in one pan. Try it soon, mix up the ingredients to suit your mood, and watch it become a staple at your table!
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Sausage Sheet Pan Recipe
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Description
This Sausage Sheet Pan recipe is a simple and flavorful dish that combines pre-cooked sausage with colorful bell peppers, onions, and a delicious blend of seasonings. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Sausage Sheet Pan Ingredients:
- 12–16 ounces pre-cooked sausage, sliced into rounds (mix of andouille and Italian)
- 2 red bell peppers, sliced
- 2 green bell peppers, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Slice and Prepare Ingredients: Slice the sausage, red bell peppers, green bell peppers, and yellow onion. Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Mix Seasonings: In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- Coat Ingredients: Place sausage and vegetables on a baking sheet. Drizzle with the seasoning mix, toss to coat evenly.
- Bake: Bake at 400°F for 35-40 minutes, stirring halfway through, until sausage is browned and veggies are tender.
- Serve: Enjoy the sausage and peppers alone, over rice, in a salad, or as a sandwich filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
