Sheet Pan Sausage Peppers (Print)
Juicy sausages cooked with bell peppers and onions in one pan for a vibrant dinner.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Sausage
01 - 4 Italian sausages (pork or chicken, approximately 14 oz total)
→ Vegetables
02 - 2 large bell peppers, any color, sliced into strips
03 - 1 large red onion, sliced into wedges
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Seasonings
05 - 2 tbsp olive oil
06 - 1 tsp dried oregano
07 - 1 tsp dried basil
08 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
09 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt
10 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional Garnishes
11 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
12 - Freshly grated Parmesan cheese to taste
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced bell peppers, red onion, and minced garlic. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly until all vegetables are evenly coated.
03 - Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly across the prepared baking sheet. Nestle the sausages among the vegetables, ensuring they are not overcrowded for proper roasting.
04 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, using tongs to turn the sausages and stir the vegetables halfway through cooking. Continue until sausages reach an internal temperature of 160°F and vegetables are tender with lightly caramelized edges.
05 - Remove from the oven and let rest for 3 to 5 minutes. Slice sausages into pieces if desired, then sprinkle with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Everything cooks on one pan so cleanup is practically nonexistent
- The vegetables get sweet and caramelized while the sausages render their fat creating the most incredible flavor
02 -
- Crowding the pan too much will steam the vegetables instead of roasting them, so use a large enough baking sheet
- Letting everything rest for a few minutes before serving makes a huge difference in the juices and overall flavor
03 -
- Buy pre-sliced vegetables from the grocery store if you're in a huge rush
- Double the recipe and you'll have amazing leftovers for lunch the next day