Sausage & Broccolini Sheet Pan Dinner

Here’s a healthy sausage sheet pan dinner that’s ready in 20 minutes! Great for Keto, Whole 30, and anyone who loves a delicious, easy meal.

What Is A Sheet Pan Dinner?

A sheet pan dinner is simply an entire meal that’s prepared together on one sheet pan. This means that it takes much less effort and cleanup, and it will be done at the same time. My sheet pan dinners tend to be a flavorful, lean protein with a type of vegetable alongside. So easy to eat healthier, even when you’re short on time!

For this sausage sheet pan dinner, I use my favorite all natural sausage. You’ll find many flavors at your local grocer to choose from like Italian, Sweet Apple and Andouille Sausage. I love keeping several flavors on hand for easy meals and we all love it!

Rob and I love spicier sausages but the girls prefer the mild flavors. This sheet pan dinner uses two packages of sausage so I will use one of each flavor and everyone is happy. This time around I also added a package of meatballs to our sheet pan dinner.

For the vegetable, I used broccolini tossed with a little olive oil and parmesan. I had some cherry tomatoes so I threw those on for flavor and color, too. SO GOOD!!

Why You’ll Love Sausage & Broccolini Sheet Pan Dinner

One-Pan Wonder: With everything cooked on a single sheet pan, cleanup is a breeze, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

Balanced Meal: Packed with protein from the chicken sausage, fiber from the broccolini, and vitamins from the cherry tomatoes, this dinner provides a well-rounded meal in one.

Family-Friendly: Both kids and adults will enjoy the hearty, comforting flavors of this dish, making it a crowd-pleaser for family dinners.

Low-Carb Option: If you’re watching your carb intake, this recipe is a great choice, as it’s naturally low in carbohydrates but still satisfying.

Budget-Friendly: Using simple, affordable ingredients like chicken sausage and broccolini, this meal is both delicious and economical.

Meal Prep Friendly: You can easily double or triple the recipe to have leftovers for lunches or dinners throughout the week, saving you time and money.

Sausage & Broccolini Sheet Pan Dinner Ingredients Notes

• Sausage: Choose two packages of your favorite sausage, in any flavor or combination. I used all natural Andouille chicken sausage and some packaged Italian meatballs, but you choose what sounds best to you.
• Broccolini: Broccolini is a hybrid of broccoli and Chinese broccoli with long stems and tiny broccoli-like “buds” which char nicely in a hot oven.
• Extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil: The oil serves as a cooking medium and helps promote browning and caramelization during roasting. It enhances the flavors of both the sausage and broccolini, while also preventing them from sticking to the pan.
• Coarse salt: Salt aids in the browning process by drawing out moisture from the broccolini, promoting crispiness. It also helps to balance the flavors of the dish, ensuring it is well-seasoned.
• Shredded Parmesan cheese: Parmesan cheese adds a savory, umami-rich flavor to the dish. When sprinkled on top, it creates a golden, crispy crust during baking, adding texture and depth of flavor.
• Cherry tomatoes: These roasted tomatoes contribute sweetness and acidity to the dish, balancing the flavors of the other ingredients. When roasted, they become tender and juicy, adding bursts of flavor throughout the dish.

Find the complete Sausage & Broccolini Sheet Pan Dinner ingredients list with measurements in the recipe card below.

How To Make Sausage & Broccolini Sheet Pan Dinner

1. Slice: Cut sausage into 1/2 inch slices (and cut meatballs in half, if using) and place on sheet pan.
2. Add veggies: Arrange broccolini and tomatoes on sheet pan next to sausage. Drizzle with oil and season with salt.
3. Roast: Roast for 15 minutes. Sprinkle broccolini and tomatoes with parmesan and roast another 5 minutes.
4. Serve: Plate your sheet pan dinner and serve!

Variations, Substitutions & Cooking Tips

Sausage Options: Experiment with different flavors of chicken sausage such as spicy Italian, garlic and herb, or sun-dried tomato. You can also substitute the chicken sausage with pork sausage, turkey sausage, or even plant-based sausages for a vegetarian or vegan version.

Vegetable Substitutions: Try using other vegetables such as broccoli florets, asparagus, Brussels sprouts, carrots, potatoes, or green beans. You can mix and match vegetables based on your preferences and what’s in season.

Cheese Choices: Instead of parmesan, swap in other types of cheese such as crumbled feta, shredded mozzarella, or blue cheese crumbles.

Tomato Options: Instead of cherry tomatoes, you can use diced tomatoes or even sun-dried tomatoes.

Preheat The Pan: Pop the pan in the oven for a few minutes before adding the ingredients to help promote browning and caramelization.

Uniform Slices: Cut sausage and veggies in uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.

Finishing Touches: Garnish with fresh herbs like chopped parsley, basil, dill or chives for added flavor and freshness.

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Sausage & Broccolini Sheet Pan Dinner

Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time: 6 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 26 minutes

Here's a healthy sausage sheet pan dinner that's ready in 20 minutes! Great for Keto, Whole 30, and anyone who loves a delicious, easy meal.

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Ingredients

• 2 packages chicken sausage, any flavor (or packaged meatballs)
• 1 large bunch broccolini, thick stems removed
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (or avocado oil)
• 1/2 tsp coarse salt
• 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425F.
2. Slice the sausages (and meatballs in half, if using) crosswise into 1/2 inch slices. Place cut-side down on a sheet pan.
3. Place broccolini and tomatoes on the sheet pan next to the sausages. Drizzle broccolini with oil, then season with salt.
4. Roast for 15 minutes, then sprinkle broccolini and tomatoes with parmesan. Roast for another 5 minutes or until broccolini is crisp-tender.

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Kristy Bernardo is the recipe creator behind The Wicked Noodle. She's a five-time cookbook author, has taught cooking classes to both kids and adults, and has been creating recipes for nationwide brands since 2009. She learned most of her cooking skills from her mom and grandmother, then honed those skills at boot camp at the Culinary Institute of America.

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