This easy sheet pan dinner combines smoky sausage with perfectly roasted vegetables for a satisfying meal with minimal cleanup. Everything cooks together on one pan, developing golden caramelized edges while the sausage releases its savory juices to coat the vegetables. It's versatile, kid-friendly, and makes excellent leftovers.
Extra large sheet pan 15x21 inches or two standard sheet pans
Parchment paper or aluminum foil For easy cleanup
Large mixing bowl
Sharp chef's knife
Cutting board
Measuring spoons
Wooden spoon or silicone spatula For tossing
Ingredients
For the Main Components
1poundsmoked sausage450g, kielbasa, turkey, or chicken sausage, sliced into ½-inch rounds
1½poundsbaby red potatoes680g, halved or quartered
2cupsbroccoli floretsabout 200g
2bell peppersred, yellow, or orange, cut into 1-inch pieces
1mediumred onioncut into wedges
1mediumzucchinisliced into half-moons
For the Seasoning
3tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil45ml
4clovesgarlicminced
1tablespoonItalian seasoning15ml
1teaspoonsmoked paprika5ml
¾teaspoonfine sea salt4ml
½teaspoonblack pepper2.5ml
¼teaspoonred pepper flakesoptional, for heat
For Serving
¼cupParmesan cheesefreshly grated, optional
2tablespoonsfresh parsleychopped
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F and line an extra large sheet pan with parchment paper.
Wash and prep all vegetables: halve or quarter potatoes, cut bell peppers and zucchini into 1-inch pieces, cut onion into wedges, and break broccoli into florets. Slice sausage into ½-inch rounds.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Place all vegetables and sausage in a large mixing bowl, pour seasoned oil over top, and toss until everything is well coated.
Spread the seasoned vegetables and sausage in a single, even layer on the prepared sheet pan, making sure pieces aren't overcrowded.
Roast for 15 minutes, then remove from oven, toss everything with a wooden spoon, and return to oven for another 12-15 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender and vegetables have golden-brown edges.
Remove from oven, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired, garnish with fresh parsley, and let rest 2-3 minutes before serving.
Notes
Cut all vegetables to similar sizes for even cooking.
Don't overcrowd the pan - use two pans if necessary to ensure proper roasting instead of steaming.
For raw sausage, increase cooking time to 35-40 minutes and ensure internal temperature reaches 160°F.
Add delicate vegetables like cherry tomatoes or asparagus during the last 10 minutes of roasting.
Make it Mediterranean with sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and lemon zest.
For a fall version, use butternut squash, sweet potatoes, and Brussels sprouts with maple-flavored sausage.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat in the oven at 375°F for 10-12 minutes to maintain crispy texture.
This recipe is excellent for meal prep - portion into containers for easy lunches.
Substitute any vegetables you have on hand like cauliflower, carrots, green beans, or mushrooms.