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Easy Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggie Dinner: Best 15-Minute Meal

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner with perfectly caramelized smoked sausage and tender, crispy-edged vegetables. Ready in about 30 minutes with minimal cleanup, this crowd-pleasing meal is perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced into ½-inch rounds
  • 2 medium bell peppers (any color), cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 large red onion, cut into 1-inch wedges
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (about 1 medium head)
  • 1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced ½-inch thick
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Prep your vegetables: cut bell peppers into 1-inch chunks, onion into wedges, zucchini into half-moons, and broccoli into bite-sized florets.
  3. Slice the sausage into ½-inch rounds on a slight diagonal or straight.
  4. In a large bowl, combine sausage, all chopped veggies, olive oil, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Toss everything together with your hands to coat evenly.
  5. Spread the mixture onto a large rimmed sheet pan in a single layer, leaving space between pieces.
  6. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through with a spatula or shaking the pan, until sausage is browned and veggies are tender with crispy edges.
  7. Check for doneness: sausage should be heated through with caramelization, veggies fork-tender with golden-brown spots. For extra browning, broil 1-2 minutes, watching carefully.
  8. Let the pan rest for 2 minutes before serving.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley, squeeze lemon juice over the top, and add Parmesan or red pepper flakes if desired. Serve straight from the pan.

Notes

Cut vegetables uniformly for even cooking. Pat veggies dry before tossing with oil to avoid steaming. Don’t crowd the pan—use a single layer. For best results, use high-quality smoked sausage. Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat in oven or air fryer for crispiness.

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