Sheet Pan Kielbasa and Veggies
Sheet Pan Kielbasa and Veggies is a quick and easy meal that’s hearty, delicious, and always a winner. Smoky kielbasa, sweet potatoes, and Brussels sprouts are roasted with simple spices until tender.
Sheet pan dinners are always an excellent choice for simple, tasty main meals. Dinners like sheet pan lemon chicken and potatoes, a ham sheet pan dinner, or sheet pan lasagna make dinner so simple and tasty, and cleanup is super-easy, too!
Our newest addition to our sheet-pan lineup combines the smoky, salty flavor of kielbasa with the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes and the earthy, vegetal flavor of Brussels sprouts to create a pan-roasted meal everyone loves.
Pair this dinner with a simple dessert, such as maple oatmeal cookies or this sheet-pan cherry pie, for a complete meal that’s not full of work!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple Ingredients: This recipe requires only 6 ingredients, all readily available in your kitchen or at your local grocery store.
- Easy Recipe: Prep takes about 10 minutes, and baking takes 30 minutes.
- Cleanup is a Breeze: You’ll only need a bowl and a sheet pan to make this recipe, so cleanup is incredibly easy.
- Customizable: You can easily change up this recipe to create tasty variations.
- Great for Meal Prep: This freezer-friendly recipe lets you make extra for future meals.
Key Ingredients
We’ve made this list to help you save time on your next trip to the grocery store. You can find the full amounts needed in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Kielbasa: The smoky flavor of kielbasa pairs perfectly with sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts.
- Sweet Potatoes: Sweet potatoes add natural sweetness that balances the kielbasa and Brussels sprouts.
- Brussels Sprouts: Brussels sprouts add an earthy, slightly bitter, cabbage-like flavor to the dish.
- Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar: These create a simple, dressing-like mixture that adds tangy flavor and helps the veggies and sausage caramelize.
Variations
- Kielbasa: You can use any of your favorite smoked sausage varieties for this recipe.
- Sweet Potatoes: We love the counterpoint the sweet potatoes create in this dish, but you can also use russet or red potatoes if you prefer.
- Vegetables: Any of your favorite veggies will work. Try using carrots, mushrooms, cauliflower, broccoli, or anything else that comes to mind. It’s fun to get creative with them.
- Spicy: Add red pepper flakes for a kick of heat.
How to Make Sheet Pan Kielbasa and Veggies
This is a quick overview of the steps needed to make this recipe. You can find the full instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Then, place them on one side of a prepared sheet pan.
- Toss the Brussels sprouts with olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Place them on the other side of the sheet pan.
- Bake the veggies for 15 minutes.
- Add the kielbasa and cook for another 15 minutes. Enjoy!
Expert Tips
- Use high-quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar in this recipe, as they significantly enhance the dish’s flavor.
- Look for the freshest Brussels sprouts possible to avoid a bitter flavor.
- It’s essential to add the sausage halfway through cooking rather than at the beginning. This ensures it’s juicy and slightly caramelized, but not dry.
Sheet Pan Kielbasa and Veggies FAQs
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
The salty, smoky flavor of kielbasa pairs well with a variety of vegetables like potatoes, sweet potatoes, onions, bell peppers, carrots, green beans, zucchini, and Brussels sprouts.
Andouille sausage adds a spicier flavor. Summer sausages, such as Eckrich or Hillshire Farm, also work well.
Refrigerate this dish for up to 4 days in an airtight container. You can freeze it in an airtight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag for up to 3 months.
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📖Recipe
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Sheet Pan Kielbasa and Veggies
Equipment
- knife and cutting board
- Mixing Bowl
- large rimmed baking sheet
Ingredients
- 14 ounces kielbasa Or your preferred type of sausage
- 3 cups diced sweet potatoes 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 3 cups brussel sprouts halved
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- ½ Tablespoon fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray and set aside.
- Place diced sweet potatoes in a small bowl. Drizzle with 1 Tbsp olive oil, fresh minced thyme and salt and pepper to taste. Toss to coat. Pour out onto one side of your sheet pan.
- Place halved brussel sprouts into a small bowl. Drizzle with 1 Tbsp olive oil, balsamic vinegar and salt and pepper to taste. Toss to coat. Pour onto the other side of your baking sheet.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, slice the sausage into smaller pieces. Halfway through the baking time (15 minutes), remove the sheet pan from the oven and place the sausage on top of the veggies. Continue to bake for another 15 minutes.
- Remove the pan, serve and enjoy!
Disclaimer
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
