Sheet Pan Sausage, Peppers + Potatoes [gluten-free, dairy-free, and Whole30!]
I always shop for the Thanksgiving ingredients I need as early as possible. If it can last in the fridge for a week, you’d better believe I’ve already purchased it. I make every attempt I can to avoid endless long lines at Trader Joe’s or ALDI, although inevitably I forget something and wind up heading to the store late Wednesday night.
And then every year about this time, I look at our overflowing fridge and realize I’m fully prepared for Thanksgiving, but not at all ready for dinner tonight. And apparently, everyone in my house still wants to eat between now and Thursday.
So, here’s an answer. While you’re planning your big holiday feast, let’s make the next meal simple. This recipe takes one sheet pan and only a handful of ingredients—many of which you may have on hand. It’s based on the Sweet Potato, Sausage + Apple Bake I shared a couple years ago over at Coffee + Crumbs, but this version uses bell peppers and white potatoes seasoned with paprika and oregano. It’s easy to toss together and makes a perfect weeknight meal!
P.S. This dish also travels well if you need to bring dinner to a friend, family member, or neighbor! It’s also dairy-free, gluten-free, and can be make Whole30 compliant (just double-check the ingredients in the sausage).
What do you make in between big holiday meals? Our other favorite option, of course, is takeout!
Sheet Pan Sausage, Peppers + Potatoes
Active Time: 15 Minutes | Total Cook Time: 60-65 Minutes
Yields 4-5 Servings | GF/DF/W30
1 ¼ - 1 ½ pounds mild or sweet Italian sausage (for Whole30, check your ingredients!)
1 ½ pounds potatoes (I like using red-skinned potatoes or Yukon Gold)*
2 red, orange, or yellow bell peppers
1 small onion
3 Tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Chopped fresh parsley for serving
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Cover a large sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
Cut the sausage into 1-inch coins. Cut the potatoes, peppers, and onion into bite-sized pieces. Add to the prepared sheet pan in a single layer (use two pans if your sheet pan gets crowded). Drizzle on the olive oil.
In a small bowl, mix together the oregano, salt, paprika, and pepper. Sprinkle evenly over meat and vegetables. Toss everything together so it’s all evenly coated with oil and spices.
Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, tossing everything once halfway through the baking time. The potatoes should be tender on the inside and the sausage cooked through.
Remove from the oven and transfer to plates or a serving bowl. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. I like serving this alongside a salad or sauteed green beans. Enjoy!
*Note: Ever wonder which type of potatoes works best for roasting, mashing, or baking? Check out this article from The Kitchn.
