This smoked sausage sheet pan dinner combines sliced sausage, tender potatoes, and mixed vegetables. Everything cooks together on a single baking sheet. The high oven temperature browns the sausage edges while softening the potatoes and vegetables.
You can prep the ingredients in about ten minutes. It is a practical choice for a busy evening when you want a warm meal with very few dishes to wash.
Why You’ll Love Smoked Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner
- Cutting the potatoes into small, even pieces ensures they cook at the same rate as the other vegetables.
- Tossing the vegetables with oil and spices in a separate bowl coats them evenly before they hit the pan.
- Spreading the ingredients into a single layer prevents them from steaming and helps them brown.
Smoked Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner Ingredients
- Smoked sausage: Kielbasa or smoked turkey sausage works well. Slice it into thick rounds so it does not dry out.
- Potatoes: Yukon gold potatoes hold their shape and have a creamy texture. Red potatoes are a good substitute.
- Mixed vegetables: Use hearty vegetables that roast in about 20 minutes. Broccoli florets, diced bell peppers, and green beans are good choices.
- Olive oil: Helps the vegetables brown and keeps the spices stuck to the food. You can use avocado oil instead.
- Garlic powder: Adds savory flavor without burning like fresh minced garlic might in a hot oven.
Exact quantities are in the recipe card below.
How to Make Smoked Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner
Step 1: Prep the ingredients
Start by heating your oven. Wash and dry the vegetables and potatoes. Cut the potatoes into small cubes and chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Slice the sausage into thick rounds.
Step 2: Season the vegetables
Place the potatoes and mixed vegetables into a large bowl. Pour the olive oil over the top and sprinkle with the salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss everything until the vegetables are evenly coated with oil and spices.
Step 3: Assemble and roast
Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray. Spread the seasoned vegetables and potatoes across the pan in a single layer. Scatter the sliced sausage evenly over the vegetables. Bake until the potatoes are tender and the sausage is hot.
Storage Tips for Smoked Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze in a sealed container for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave or in a 350°F (175°C) oven until warmed through to 165°F (74°C).
Expert Tips for Smoked Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner
- Check the potatoes at the 20-minute mark to ensure they do not overcook.
- If your baking sheet is small, use two pans. Overcrowding the pan will cause the vegetables to steam instead of roast.
- Food safety: Ensure the ground meat in the sausage reaches a safe internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
What to Serve with Smoked Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner?
Serve this dish warm straight from the pan. A side of crusty bread or a basic green salad goes well with the roasted vegetables and sausage.
Smoked Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner Recipe FAQs
Can I use fresh sausage instead of smoked?
Yes, but fresh sausage needs more time to cook through. You will need to roast the fresh sausage until it reaches 160°F (71°C) inside.
Do I need to peel the potatoes?
You do not need to peel Yukon gold potatoes. Their thin skins roast well and save you prep time.
What other vegetables work in this dish?
You can use Brussels sprouts, carrots, sweet potatoes, or zucchini. Cut denser vegetables smaller so they finish cooking at the same time as the rest.
Smoked Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner
Ingredients
- 12 ounces smoked sausage 340 g
- 1 pound Yukon gold potatoes 450 g
- 5 cups chopped mixed vegetables
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Coat a large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- Slice the smoked sausage into 1.5-inch (4 cm) thick rounds.
- Cut the Yukon gold potatoes into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes. Chop your mixed vegetables into similar bite-sized pieces.
- Place the potatoes and vegetables in a large bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil.
- Sprinkle the garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper over the vegetables. Toss well to coat.
- Spread the vegetable mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Arrange the sliced sausage on top of the vegetables.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork and the sausage reaches a safe internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
