Pin A hearty and colorful one-pan meal featuring roasted sausages, sweet bell peppers, onions, and golden potatoes—perfect for busy weeknights.
I first made this sheet-pan sausage dinner when I needed something filling, fast, and fuss-free after a busy workday. The way the flavors meld together is always a hit in my house.
Ingredients
- Italian sausages: 4 (mild or spicy, about 400 g/14 oz total)
- Baby potatoes: 500 g (1 lb), halved
- Bell peppers: 2 (red, yellow, or orange), sliced into strips
- Red onion: 1 large, sliced into wedges
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Olive oil: 3 tbsp
- Dried oregano: 1 tsp
- Dried thyme: 1 tsp
- Smoked paprika: ½ tsp
- Salt: ¾ tsp, or to taste
- Black pepper: ½ tsp, freshly ground
- Red pepper flakes: Pinch, optional
- Fresh parsley: 2 tbsp, chopped, optional garnish
- Lemon wedges: For serving, optional
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prep Vegetables:
- On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss potatoes, bell peppers, and red onion with olive oil, garlic, oregano, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) until evenly coated.
- Prepare Sheet:
- Spread the vegetables evenly on the baking sheet. Nestle sausages among the vegetables.
- Roast:
- Roast in the oven for 35 minutes, flipping sausages and stirring vegetables halfway, until the potatoes are golden and fork-tender and the sausages are cooked through (internal temperature 160°F/71°C).
- Rest:
- Remove from the oven. Rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish & Serve:
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
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Pin This dish is always a crowd-pleaser at our family gatherings—everyone loves building their own plates straight from the pan!
Serving Suggestions
Serve over rice, with crusty bread, or alongside a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Variations
Swap Italian sausages for chicken or turkey, or toss in zucchini and cherry tomatoes for extra color during the last 15 minutes of roasting.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on a baking sheet at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.
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Recipe Q&A
- → What type of sausages work best?
Italian sausages, either mild or spicy, complement the spices and vegetables well. For a lighter variation, chicken or turkey sausages can be used.
- → Can I add other vegetables?
Yes, zucchini or cherry tomatoes can be added in the last 15 minutes of roasting to enhance the vegetable variety.
- → How do I ensure the potatoes cook evenly?
Halve baby potatoes and toss them with olive oil and seasonings to promote even roasting and tender, golden results.
- → What is the recommended oven temperature?
Roast at 425°F (220°C) for 35 minutes, stirring and flipping halfway for consistent cooking and caramelization.
- → Any suggestions for serving?
Serve with crusty bread or over rice, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges to brighten the flavors.