Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers

Looking for a quick, flavorful, and satisfying meal? This Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers recipe is the perfect answer! Juicy sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and onions roast together on a single sheet pan, creating a dish that’s bursting with flavor, effortless to prepare, and ready in just 30 minutes.

This recipe is versatile and meal-prep friendly—serve it on a hoagie roll, over rice, or as a low-carb meal on its own. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, it’s perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or meal prep for the week ahead.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Large sheet pan
• Parchment paper or aluminum foil (optional)
• Cutting board & knife
• Mixing bowl
• Tongs or spatula

Ingredients Overview

• Sausage: Use Italian sausage (mild, hot, or sweet) for classic flavors.
• Bell Peppers & Onion: Adds natural sweetness and vibrant color.
• Olive Oil & Garlic: Enhances flavor and caramelization.
• Italian Seasoning: Brings everything together with warm, aromatic spices.

Ingredients

• 1 lb Italian sausage (hot, mild, or sweet)
• 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
• 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional, for added depth)
• Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish

Directions

Step 1: Preheat & Prepare

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

Step 2: Season the Vegetables

1. In a large bowl, toss sliced bell peppers and onions with olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
2. Spread the mixture evenly on the sheet pan.

Step 3: Add the Sausage

1. Arrange the sausages on top of the peppers and onions.
2. (Optional) Drizzle with balsamic vinegar for extra flavor.

Step 4: Bake

1. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping the sausages halfway through, until they’re browned and cooked through (internal temp: 160°F/71°C).
2. If desired, broil for 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness.

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy

1. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil.
2. Serve on hoagie rolls, over rice, or with mashed potatoes.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

30 minutes

Total Time

40 minutes

Nutrition (per serving, ~4 servings)

• Calories: ~320
• Fat: ~22g
• Carbohydrates: ~15g
• Protein: ~18g

Expert Tips

• For Extra Flavor: Marinate the peppers and onions in olive oil and spices for 30 minutes before roasting.
• Make It Spicier: Use hot Italian sausage and extra red pepper flakes.
• For Even Cooking: Slice the sausages into bite-sized pieces before baking.

FAQs

Can I use chicken or turkey sausage?
Yes! Adjust the cooking time slightly, as leaner sausages may cook faster.

How do I store leftovers?
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Can I freeze this dish?
Yes! Freeze in portions for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or on the stovetop.

Storing & Freezing

• Storing: Refrigerate for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
• Freezing: Store in freezer-safe bags for up to 2 months.

Substitutions & Variations

• Low-Carb Version: Serve with zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice.
• Cheesy Twist: Top with shredded mozzarella or Parmesan.
• Grain Bowl: Serve over quinoa or couscous for a hearty meal.

Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers

Looking for a **quick, flavorful, and satisfying meal**? This **Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers** recipe is the perfect answer! Juicy sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and onions roast together on a single sheet pan, creating a dish that’s **bursting with flavor, effortless to prepare, and ready in just 30 minutes**.

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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

• - 1 lb Italian sausage hot, mild, or sweet
• - 3 bell peppers red, yellow, green, sliced
• - 1 large onion sliced
• - 2 tablespoons olive oil
• - 3 cloves garlic minced
• - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• - 1/2 teaspoon salt
• - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for heat
• - 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar optional, for added depth
• - Fresh parsley or basil for garnish

Equipment

• - Large sheet pan
• - Parchment paper or aluminum foil (optional)
• - Cutting board & knife
• - Mixing bowl
• - Tongs or spatula

Method

 

1. #### **Step 1: Preheat & Prepare**
2. Preheat oven to **400°F (200°C)**.
3. Line a **large sheet pan** with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
4. #### **Step 2: Season the Vegetables**
5. In a **large bowl**, toss **sliced bell peppers and onions** with **olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper**.
6. Spread the mixture evenly on the sheet pan.
7. #### **Step 3: Add the Sausage**
8. Arrange the **sausages on top of the peppers and onions**.
9. (Optional) Drizzle with **balsamic vinegar** for extra flavor.
10. #### **Step 4: Bake**
11. Roast for **25-30 minutes**, flipping the sausages halfway through, until they’re browned and cooked through (**internal temp: 160°F/71°C**).
12. If desired, broil for **2-3 minutes** for extra crispiness.
13. #### **Step 5: Serve & Enjoy**
14. Garnish with **fresh parsley or basil**.
15. Serve on **hoagie rolls, over rice, or with mashed potatoes**.