Save to Pinterest A hearty and colorful one-pan meal featuring roasted sausages, sweet bell peppers, onions, and golden potatoes—perfect for busy weeknights.
This dish was a lifesaver on those hectic days when we needed a satisfying dinner with minimal effort. The vibrant peppers and crispy potatoes always brought everyone to the table quickly.
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
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Season Vegetables:
- On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss the 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 Sausages:
- Spread the vegetables evenly on the baking sheet. Nestle the 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 and Serve:
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
Save to Pinterest This meal quickly became a family favorite, especially on chilly evenings when we craved something warming and delicious without a lot of fuss.
Variations
Try swapping in chicken or turkey sausages for a lighter option or adding zucchini and cherry tomatoes during the final 15 minutes of roasting for extra color and flavor.
Serving Suggestions
Pair this sheet-pan dinner with crusty bread or serve it over rice for a complete and hearty meal.
Allergen & Nutrition Info
Contains pork if using traditional sausages; always review sausage labels for allergies like soy or dairy. Each serving provides approximately 430 calories, 27 g fat, 29 g carbohydrates, and 18 g protein.
Save to Pinterest This easy sheet-pan dinner brings big flavor with little effort—a weeknight staple everyone will love.
Common Questions
- → Can I use different types of sausage for this dish?
Yes, chicken or turkey sausages can be used for a lighter alternative while maintaining great flavor.
- → How do I ensure the potatoes cook evenly?
Halving baby potatoes and tossing them with oil and seasonings helps them roast evenly and develop a crispy exterior.
- → What temperature should the oven be for roasting?
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) for perfect roasting of sausages and vegetables.
- → Can I add other vegetables to this sheet-pan meal?
Adding zucchini or cherry tomatoes during the last 15 minutes of roasting adds extra color and flavor.
- → How long should I let the dish rest before serving?
Allow the dish to rest for about 5 minutes after roasting to let flavors settle and juices redistribute.