Description
This easy Sheet Pan Chicken Sausage recipe delivers a flavorful, nutritious, and hassle-free dinner. Featuring perfectly roasted chicken sausage paired with colorful vegetables, it cooks all together on a single pan for quick preparation and minimal cleanup. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy meals, this customizable dish balances protein and fiber while allowing for delicious variations and leftovers.
Ingredients
Proteins
- Chicken sausage: 4-6 links (pre-cooked or raw, based on preference)
Vegetables
- Bell peppers: 2 medium (any color), chopped
- Zucchini: 1 medium, chopped
- Red onion: 1 medium, chopped
Seasonings & Oils
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme blend): 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon, or to taste
- Black pepper: ½ teaspoon, or to taste
- Lemon juice (optional): 1 tablespoon, for finishing
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Start by heating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easier cleanup. This step ensures your ingredients roast evenly and prevents sticking.
- Chop Your Vegetables: Cut your bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion into uniform pieces to promote even cooking, helping all ingredients finish perfectly together.
- Toss Ingredients in Oil and Seasonings: In a large bowl, combine the chopped vegetables with olive oil, minced garlic, dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat everything thoroughly for an even burst of flavor.
- Add the Chicken Sausage: Slice the chicken sausages into bite-sized rounds or keep them whole as preferred. Arrange them evenly across the sheet pan nestled among the veggies.
- Roast Until Golden: Place the sheet pan in the oven and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and caramelized, and the sausage is heated through with crispy edges.
- Finish and Serve: If desired, drizzle fresh lemon juice and sprinkle chopped fresh herbs just before serving to add brightness. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Let sausages and vegetables sit at room temperature briefly before roasting to promote even cooking.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan to allow air circulation for better crispiness.
- Use high-quality artisanal chicken sausage for enhanced flavor.
- Stir the ingredients halfway through roasting to ensure even caramelization.
- Adjust herbs and seasonings according to your personal taste preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: sheet pan chicken sausage, easy dinner, one-pan meal, roasted vegetables, quick chicken sausage recipe, healthy dinner, gluten-free