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Easy Crispy Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers Recipe for Perfect Dinner

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A quick and easy sheet pan recipe featuring crispy Italian sausage and caramelized bell peppers and onions, perfect for a hassle-free, flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage links (sweet, mild, or spicy)
  • 3 medium bell peppers (mixed colors: red, yellow, green), sliced into ½-inch strips
  • 1 large yellow or sweet onion, sliced into thick wedges
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • Salt to taste (about 1 teaspoon)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste (about ½ teaspoon)
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, a handful chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Slice the bell peppers into ½-inch strips and the onion into thick wedges. Mince the garlic cloves finely.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the peppers, onions, garlic, dried Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on a rimmed half-sheet pan (about 18×13 inches). Nestle the sausage links evenly spaced among the veggies, ensuring nothing is crowded.
  5. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes until the sausage starts crisping and the vegetables soften.
  6. Remove the pan from the oven. Using tongs, turn the sausage links to brown the other side and gently stir the vegetables to redistribute juices.
  7. Return the pan to the oven and roast for an additional 10-15 minutes until the sausage is fully cooked (internal temperature 160°F / 71°C) and the peppers and onions are tender with some charred edges.
  8. Check for doneness: sausage should be browned and firm; peppers and onions caramelized and aromatic.
  9. Remove from oven, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top, and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper browning. Use high heat (425°F) for crispy edges. Turn sausage halfway through cooking for even browning. For extra crispy sausage skin, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end but watch carefully to avoid burning. Fresh herbs like parsley add brightness as a finishing touch. This recipe is adaptable for vegetarian, gluten-free, and spicy variations.

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Keywords: sheet pan, sausage and peppers, easy dinner, quick meal, one pan, Italian sausage, roasted vegetables, weeknight dinner

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