why make this recipe
Honey Garlic Sheet Pan Sausage is a delightful dish that combines savory sausage with sweet honey and fresh vegetables. It’s an easy and quick meal perfect for busy weeknights. With just one pan, you minimize cleanup, making this recipe both convenient and delicious. The blend of flavors from the honey garlic glaze enhances the natural taste of the ingredients, giving you a satisfying dinner that everyone will love.
how to make Honey Garlic Sheet Pan Sausage
Ingredients:
- 14 ounces chicken or turkey sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 cups broccoli florets, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely minced
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly coat with nonstick spray if desired.
- Arrange sliced sausage, diced sweet potatoes, and broccoli florets in an even layer on the prepared sheet pan.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in honey, low-sodium soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour the honey garlic glaze evenly over sausage, sweet potatoes, and broccoli. Toss until all ingredients are thoroughly coated.
- Place in the oven and roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until sweet potatoes are fork-tender and sausage is browned.
- Remove from the oven. Sprinkle with freshly minced parsley before serving.
how to serve Honey Garlic Sheet Pan Sausage
Serve Honey Garlic Sheet Pan Sausage warm right out of the oven. It can be enjoyed as a main course, accompanied by a side salad or some crusty bread. The dish is colorful and appealing, making it great for family dinners or gatherings with friends.
how to store Honey Garlic Sheet Pan Sausage
To store leftovers, let the dish cool to room temperature. Transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to eat, reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
tips to make Honey Garlic Sheet Pan Sausage
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or onions to enhance flavor and nutrition.
- For extra crispy veggies, give them a little more time in the oven but keep an eye on the sausages to prevent overcooking.
- Customize the sauce by adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
variation
For a lower-carb option, you can replace sweet potatoes with cauliflower florets or zucchini. You can also use different types of sausage, such as Italian, for a different taste.
FAQs
CAN I USE ANOTHER TYPE OF MEAT IN THIS RECIPE?
YES, YOU CAN EASILY SWITCH UP THE PROTEIN. PORK SAUSAGE WILL GIVE YOU A RICHER, MORE INDULGENT FLAVOR, WHILE TOFU OR PLANT-BASED SAUSAGE IS A GREAT OPTION IF YOU WANT TO KEEP IT MEAT-FREE. IF USING TOFU, CHOOSE EXTRA-FIRM, PRESS OUT EXCESS MOISTURE, AND CUT IT INTO CUBES SO IT CAN CRISP UP IN THE OVEN. WHATEVER YOU USE, JUST MAKE SURE THE PIECES ARE ABOUT THE SAME SIZE AS THE SAUSAGE ROUNDS SO EVERYTHING COOKS EVENLY.
HOW LONG CAN I STORE LEFTOVERS?
LEFTOVERS CAN BE STORED IN THE REFRIGERATOR FOR UP TO 3 DAYS. LET THE SAUSAGE AND VEGETABLES COOL TO ROOM TEMPERATURE, THEN TRANSFER THEM TO AN AIRTIGHT CONTAINER. WHEN YOU’RE READY TO EAT, REHEAT IN THE MICROWAVE OR IN A 350°F OVEN UNTIL WARMED THROUGH. IF THE VEGGIES SEEM A LITTLE DRY, YOU CAN ADD A TINY DRIZZLE OF OLIVE OIL OR HONEY BEFORE REHEATING.
CAN I MAKE THIS AHEAD OF TIME?
YES, THIS RECIPE WORKS VERY WELL AS A MAKE-AHEAD MEAL. YOU CAN PREP THE SAUSAGE, CHOP THE VEGETABLES, AND WHISK TOGETHER THE HONEY GARLIC SAUCE IN ADVANCE. STORE EVERYTHING IN SEPARATE CONTAINERS IN THE FRIDGE FOR UP TO 24 HOURS. WHEN YOU’RE READY TO COOK, SPREAD THE SAUSAGE AND VEGGIES ON THE SHEET PAN, POUR THE SAUCE OVER THE TOP, TOSS TO COAT, AND BAKE AS DIRECTED. THIS WAY, YOU GET FRESH-ROASTED FLAVOR WITH ALMOST NO WORK RIGHT BEFORE DINNER.