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Easy Sausage & Peppers Sheet Pan Recipe
Looking for a simple, hearty, and delicious dinner that requires minimal effort? This Sausage and Peppers Sheet Pan Dinner is your answer! With juicy Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, and sweet onions, this dish bursts with bold flavors and satisfying textures—all roasted to perfection on a single sheet pan. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep!
There’s something so comforting about a classic sausage and peppers combo. The juicy sausages get beautifully caramelized while the peppers and onions become soft and sweet, making every bite a delight. Whether you’re serving it as a low-carb meal on its own or stuffing everything into a toasted hoagie roll, this dish is sure to be a hit. Plus, with only one pan to clean, you’ll spend less time doing dishes and more time enjoying your meal. Now that’s a dinner win!
Recipe Details:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
1 lb Italian sausage (mild, sweet, or spicy)
3 bell peppers (red, yellow, and green), sliced
1 large onion, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Optional Add-Ons:
4-5 whole garlic cloves (roasted for extra flavor)
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (for heat)
1 tsp balsamic vinegar (for depth of flavor)
4 hoagie rolls (for sandwiches)
How to Make It
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup. This step is key to making sure your meal slides right off the pan when it’s time to serve.
Prep the veggies—cut the bell peppers and onion into strips. The thinner they are, the softer and sweeter they’ll get while roasting.
Season everything—on the sheet pan, toss the sliced peppers and onions with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Give everything a good mix so the seasoning is evenly distributed.
Add the sausage—you can either place the whole sausages on top of the veggies for a traditional presentation, or slice them into rounds for a crispier, more caramelized result. Either way, arrange them so everything has room to roast properly. For extra depth of flavor, add whole garlic cloves to the pan along with the sausage, letting them roast and soften as everything cooks!
Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping the sausages halfway through to ensure they brown evenly. The peppers should be soft, and the sausage should be cooked through and slightly golden.
Final touch! If you love a little extra crispiness, broil everything for the last 2-3 minutes. Keep an eye on it so nothing burns!
Serve & enjoy! You can eat this as is for a wholesome meal, or pile everything into a hoagie roll for a restaurant-worthy sandwich. For a final touch, drizzle with balsamic vinegar or sprinkle with extra red pepper flakes if you’re feeling fancy.
Tips & Tricks
✔ Use pre-cooked sausage for an even quicker meal—just reduce cook time by 5 minutes. ✔ Mix up the veggies—try adding mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, or zucchini for extra variety. ✔ Crispier edges? Broil for the last 2-3 minutes for extra caramelization. ✔ Make it keto-friendly by serving over cauliflower rice or a simple salad.
Variations
Spicy Kick: Use hot Italian sausage and add extra red pepper flakes.
Veggie Swap: Substitute sausage with plant-based sausage for a vegetarian option.
Low-Carb Option: Skip the hoagie roll and serve over roasted spaghetti squash or zucchini noodles.
Why You’ll Love It
✅ One-Pan Wonder – Easy prep, easy cleanup! ✅ Customizable – Choose your spice level and protein. ✅ Quick & Satisfying – Ready in under 40 minutes!
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