Save 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 dinner when my family needed something fast but satisfying after a long day. The mix of golden potatoes and colorful peppers was a hit from the very first try.
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
- Freshly ground black pepper: ½ tsp
- Red pepper flakes (optional): Pinch
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional): 2 tbsp
- Lemon wedges (optional): For serving
Instructions
- Prep oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C)
- Season 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
- Arrange and add sausage:
- Spread the vegetables evenly on the baking sheet. Nestle sausages among the vegetables
- Roast:
- Roast in oven for 35 minutes, flipping sausages and stirring vegetables halfway, until potatoes are golden and fork-tender and sausages are cooked through (internal temperature 160°F/71°C)
- Rest:
- Remove from oven and rest for 5 minutes
- Garnish and serve:
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired
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Save This meal became a regular favorite when my little ones requested it for dinner again and again. It’s wonderful seeing everyone enjoy healthy veggies together.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with crusty bread or spoon over steamed rice for extra heartiness.
Allergen Information
This recipe contains pork and may contain gluten. Check sausage packaging for allergens like soy or dairy.
Nutrition Information
Each serving provides about 430 calories, 27 g total fat, 29 g carbohydrates, and 18 g protein.
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Save With just one pan and minimal prep, this recipe brings both flavor and convenience to your weekday meals.
Recipe Guide
- → What type of sausages work best for this dish?
Italian sausages, mild or spicy, provide the best flavor balance, but chicken or turkey sausages are great lighter alternatives.
- → Can I add other vegetables to this sheet pan meal?
Yes, zucchini or cherry tomatoes can be added during the last 15 minutes of roasting for extra color and nutrition.
- → How do I ensure the sausages are cooked perfectly?
Roast until sausages reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C), flipping halfway for even browning and thorough cooking.
- → Is this meal suitable for gluten-free diets?
Yes, as long as you use gluten-free sausages and verify all ingredients are free from gluten contamination.
- → What are good serving suggestions for this dish?
Serve with crusty bread or a side of rice to make it a heartier meal, and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges for freshness.