Rustic Sheet-Pan Sausage Meal (Printable Version)

A rustic sheet-pan dish with sausages, broccoli, and bell peppers, roasted easily for a wholesome family meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 4 Italian sausages (pork, chicken, or turkey; approximately 14 oz total)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets (about 10.5 oz)
03 - 2 bell peppers (one red, one yellow), sliced
04 - 1 small red onion, sliced

→ Aromatics & Seasoning

05 - 3 tbsp olive oil
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tsp dried oregano
08 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
09 - ½ tsp salt
10 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
11 - Pinch of chili flakes (optional)

→ Garnish

12 - Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
13 - Lemon wedges (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, toss broccoli florets, sliced bell peppers, and red onion with olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional chili flakes until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the vegetable mixture in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan, then nestle the sausages among the vegetables.
04 - Roast in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, tossing the vegetables halfway through, until sausages reach an internal temperature of 160°F and vegetables are tender and lightly browned.
05 - For extra caramelization, broil for an additional 2 minutes.
06 - Allow to rest for 2 minutes before garnishing with chopped parsley and serving with lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • A quick and easy sheet-pan meal with minimal prep and cleanup.
  • Juicy sausages perfectly roasted alongside crisp-tender broccoli and colorful bell peppers.
  • Customizable with different proteins or vegetables to suit your taste or dietary needs.
  • Gluten-free when using gluten-free sausage, making it accessible for many diets.
  • Rustic flavors with aromatic herbs and spices that everyone will enjoy.
02 -
  • Use parchment paper on your sheet pan for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
  • Halfway through cooking, toss the vegetables gently with tongs to ensure even roasting.
  • Check sausage temperature with a meat thermometer to avoid undercooking.
  • Optional chili flakes add a subtle kick but can be omitted for a mild flavor.
  • Rest sausages for 2 minutes after roasting to retain juices and flavor.
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