Savor the deliciousness of zesty smoked sausage and crispy, seasoned potatoes, all baked together on a single tray for an effortless dinner that takes just 10 minutes to prepare.
Pair this sheet pan sausage and potatoes dish with baked apples, oven-roasted Brussels sprouts, broccoli and cheese, or a classic Caesar salad. And don’t forget to serve it with a side of warm biscuits, cornbread, or fluffy one-hour dinner rolls!
If you’re a fan of sheet pan meals like we are, be sure to check out our sheet pan fajitas, a low country boil, maple-glazed salmon, shrimp and potatoes with vegetables, and mouthwatering orange marmalade chicken with zucchini.
Sheet pan dinners, also known as “cheat sheets” or “sheet pan suppers,” are perfect for quick meal prep and minimal cleanup!
This particular recipe combines my kids’ favorite smoked sausage with my husband’s beloved crispy potatoes for a weeknight meal that pleases everyone. Just add a salad or a green vegetable on the side, and your meal is complete!
Why You’ll Love This Sausage and Potatoes Recipe:
- One Pan: Enjoy a meal that bakes on a single tray, making cleanup a breeze.
- Easy: With just a few simple, affordable ingredients like smoked sausage, potatoes, and dry Italian dressing mix, this dish comes together quickly and is budget-friendly.
- Flavorful: Despite its simplicity, this meal is packed with bold, smoky, and savory flavors that keep dinnertime exciting.
- Versatile: You can keep it simple with a bagged salad mix or elevate the meal with Southern-style green beans, roasted broccoli, or sautéed zucchini.
Ingredients:
14 oz. smoked sausage, sliced
2 lb. russet potatoes, cleaned and sliced
1/2 medium onion, sliced or diced
1 tablespoon olive oil or bacon fat
1 1/2 teaspoons sage
1 clove garlic, minced
Dash of cayenne or hot sauce (optional)
Instructions:
Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the sliced potatoes. For crispier potatoes, arrange them in a single layer and cook each side for about 10 minutes.
To speed things up, you can use two large skillets. If you prefer softer potatoes, toss them in the pan and stir occasionally. Cook until the potatoes are browned.
Step 2: When the potatoes are about 85% cooked, or during the last 5 minutes, add the sausage, onion, garlic, sage, and hot sauce.
Step 3: Reduce the heat to medium and cook until the sausage is warmed through and the onions are soft. Aim for a 60/40 ratio of potatoes to sausage.