Sheet Pan Sausage, Peppers, and Potatoes
Some nights call for a simple dinner that practically cooks itself. This sheet pan sausage, peppers, and potatoes is an easy way to get a hearty meal on the table with very little prep.
Everything roasts together in the oven, so the flavors mingle while the potatoes turn tender and the sausage gets nicely browned. It’s the kind of no-fuss dinner that makes busy evenings feel a lot easier.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy sheet pan dinner: Everything cooks together on one pan for quick prep and easy cleanup.
- Simple ingredients: This recipe uses everyday ingredients that are easy to find and budget-friendly.
- Customizable sausage choice: You can use bratwurst, Italian sausage, or your favorite variety to fit your taste.
- Balanced meal in one pan: Sausage, peppers, and potatoes make this a hearty dinner without extra side dishes.
- Great for busy nights: It comes together fast and bakes mostly hands-off in the oven.
Sheet Pan Sausage, Peppers, and Potatoes Ingredients
- Sausage
- Potatoes
- Red pepper
- Yellow pepper
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Pepper
- Salt
How To Make Sheet Pan Sausage, Peppers, and Potatoes
This visual guide is helpful for making this recipe. For the full printable recipe with measurements, scroll to the bottom of the post.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Wash the potatoes and peppers well to prep them for slicing.
Slice the potatoes into ¼ inch thick rounds. Cut the peppers into ½ inch strips.
Add the potatoes and peppers to a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle in the garlic powder, pepper, and salt, then toss well to coat everything evenly.
Arrange the sausage on a sheet pan, then spread the potatoes and peppers around the sausage in an even layer.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping the potatoes and peppers halfway through cooking, until the sausage is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Sheet Pan Sausage, Peppers, and Potatoes FAQs
Can I use a different type of sausage?
Yes, you can use bratwurst, Italian sausage, smoked sausage, or any fully cooked or fresh sausage you like.
Do I need to peel the potatoes?
No, peeling is optional. Just wash them well before slicing.
Can I add other vegetables?
Yes, onions, zucchini, or green beans work well on the sheet pan with the peppers and potatoes.
How do I know when the sausage is done?
The sausage should be fully cooked through and the potatoes should be fork tender when the pan is ready.
Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
You can chop the vegetables ahead of time and store them in the fridge until you are ready to cook.
How should I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or microwave.
Sheet Pan Sausage, Peppers, and Potatoes
Ingredients
- 1 lb Bratwurst, Italian, or your favorite
- 3-4 medium potatoes sliced ¼ inch thick
- 1 red pepper cut into strips
- 1 yellow pepper cut into strips
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp pepper
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Wash your potatoes and peppers.
- Slice the potatoes into ¼ inch slices.
- Cut the peppers into ½ inch strips.
- Add the potatoes and peppers to a large bowl. Drizzle olive oil and seasonings, then mix to coat.
- Arrange the bratwurst on the sheet pan, then arrange the potatoes and peppers around the bratwurst, in an even layer.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping the potatoes and peppers halfway through cooking.
