The Easiest Sausage Sheet Pan Meal with Cajun Flavor
Recipe Overview
Overview
This Sausage Sheet Pan Meal is a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making it a fantastic choice for busy weeknights. The star of the dish is the Andouille sausage, which brings a smoky, spicy kick that pairs beautifully with the sweet bell peppers and tender potatoes. The simplicity of this recipe is one of its greatest strengths; with just five main ingredients plus oil and seasoning, it’s approachable for cooks of all skill levels.
As you prepare the ingredients, the vibrant colors of the yellow bell pepper, green beans, and onions create an inviting visual appeal. The key to success here is cutting the potatoes into smaller chunks to ensure they cook through alongside the other veggies. Once everything is tossed together with olive oil and Cajun seasoning, the dish is ready for the oven.
Baking at 400°F for about 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and the edges of the sausage to crisp up nicely. The result is a hearty meal that is not only satisfying but also versatile; you can easily swap in other vegetables based on what you have on hand. This recipe is perfect for meal prep, as leftovers can be stored and enjoyed throughout the week.
Overall, this Sausage Sheet Pan Meal is a testament to how easy and delicious cooking can be. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, it’s sure to become a staple in your dinner rotation.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Cut 12 ounces of Andouille sausage into bite-sized pieces.
Slice one yellow onion into chunks about an inch in size.
Slice one yellow bell pepper into chunks about an inch in size.
Slice one pound of white or Yukon Gold potatoes into chunks about three-quarters inch in size.
Tip: Slice potatoes smaller than other veggies to ensure they cook through.
Place all sliced veggies into a large mixing bowl.
Cut 12 ounces of fresh green beans in half and add to the bowl.
Add one tablespoon of Cajun seasoning to the bowl.
Tip: Use less cayenne pepper in the seasoning for a milder dish.
Drizzle a quarter cup of olive oil over the veggies.
Stir all ingredients together in the bowl.
Pour the mixture onto a sheet pan.
Tip: Stir ingredients in a mixing bowl to avoid spilling on the countertop.
Bake in a preheated 400°F oven for about 30 minutes.
Ensure potatoes are soft when pierced with a fork and veggies are roasted.
Enjoy the sheet pan sausage and veggies dinner.
Tip: Swap out veggies based on what you have on hand for variety.
Tip: Choose a milder sausage for a less spicy dish.
Tip: Add diced avocados on top for a creamy touch in summer.
Tip: This recipe is great for meal prep; store leftovers in containers.
Put leftovers into storage containers for later.
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Andouille sausage is a smoked pork sausage commonly used in Cajun cuisine, known for its spicy flavor.
- •Cutting potatoes smaller ensures they cook evenly with the other vegetables.
- •Cajun seasoning can be adjusted for spice level by varying the amount of cayenne pepper.
- •Sheet pan meals are convenient for meal prep, allowing for easy storage and reheating.
