Description

This Chicken Apple Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner is an easy and flavorful one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken apple sausage pairs beautifully with roasted sweet potatoes, red bell peppers, red onions, and Brussels sprouts, all seasoned with garlic, paprika, and thyme, then baked to perfection in the oven. Garnished with fresh parsley, this hearty and colorful dish delivers a balance of savory and slightly sweet flavors with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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Proteins

1 lb chicken apple sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces

Vegetables

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
2 red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large red onion, cut into wedges
2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved

Seasonings & Oils

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste

Garnish

Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Prepare Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the diced sweet potatoes, chopped red bell peppers, wedged red onion, and halved Brussels sprouts. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper over the vegetables. Toss thoroughly to ensure all pieces are evenly coated with the seasoning and oil.
Arrange Vegetables: Spread the seasoned vegetable mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet, creating a single layer to promote even cooking and roasting.
Add Sausage: Place the sliced chicken apple sausage over the bed of vegetables, distributing them evenly across the pan.
Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25 to 30 minutes. Halfway through, stir the vegetables and sausage gently to promote even browning and cooking. The dish is done when vegetables are tender and sausage pieces are fully cooked and browned.
Garnish and Serve: Remove the sheet pan from the oven and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for a burst of color and freshness before serving.

Notes

You can substitute chicken apple sausage with your favorite sausage variety if preferred.
Be sure to cut vegetables into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.
Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or zucchini based on seasonal availability.
Adjust seasoning quantities to your taste, especially salt and pepper.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.