Easy Sheet Pan Sausage Peppers Dinner
Make this Easy Sheet Pan Sausage Peppers Dinner in just 20 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the trick to keep peppers crispy. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy More griddle dinner ideas and Try this California BLT Bagel.
Why This Easy Sheet Pan Sausage Peppers Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Perfectly crispy peppers
- Juicy sausage in every bite
- One pan, easy cleanup
- Better than takeout flavor
What You'll Need for Easy Sheet Pan Sausage Peppers Dinner
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 3 bell peppers
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- Salt
- Pepper
- Italian seasoning
- Red pepper flakes
- Optional: Shredded cheese
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Lemon wedges
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Italian sausage: Mild or spicy, your choice!
- Bell peppers: Any color works great!
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Sheet pan — Even cooking, easy cleanup → See on Amazon
- Sharp knife — Clean cuts, no mushy peppers → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Sheet Pan Sausage Peppers Dinner
- Prep: Slice sausage and peppers. Mince garlic. Slice onion.
- Cook: Toss everything on a sheet pan. Bake at 425°F for 20 minutes.
- Serve: Top with cheese, parsley, and lemon. Enjoy!
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Sheet Pan Sausage Peppers Dinner
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook peppers. They'll become mushy. Keep an eye on them.
- Tip: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Tip: Use a hot oven for crispy peppers.
Storing & Reheating Easy Sheet Pan Sausage Peppers Dinner
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare ahead and bake when ready.
Freezing Easy Sheet Pan Sausage Peppers Dinner
Freeze for up to 2 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Use a hot oven for crispy peppers.
- Best substitution: Substitute sausage with chicken or turkey for a lighter version.
- Make-ahead: Prepare ahead and bake when ready.
- Scaling: Easily double or halve the recipe.
- Troubleshooting: If peppers are mushy, you've overcooked them. Keep an eye on them.
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Easy Sheet Pan Sausage Peppers Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 3 bell peppers
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 can diced tomatoes
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Italian seasoning
- Red pepper flakes
Optional Toppings
- Shredded cheese
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prep: Slice sausage and peppers. Mince garlic. Slice onion.
- Cook: Toss everything on a sheet pan. Bake at 425°F for 20 minutes.
- Serve: Top with cheese, parsley, and lemon. Enjoy!
Notes
- Chef tip: Use a hot oven for crispy peppers.
- Best substitution: Substitute sausage with chicken or turkey for a lighter version.
- Make-ahead: Prepare ahead and bake when ready.
- Scaling: Easily double or halve the recipe.
- Troubleshooting: If peppers are mushy, you've overcooked them. Keep an eye on them.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Prepare ahead and bake when ready.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 20g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sat. Fat: 8g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Sheet Pan Sausage Peppers Dinner FAQs
Yes, prepare ahead and bake when ready.
You've overcooked them. Keep an eye on them.
Yes, freeze for up to 2 months.
Yes, cook at 400°F for 15 minutes.
Chicken or turkey works great.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Sheet Pan Sausage Peppers Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
