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Crispy Italian Sausage and Potatoes (Easy Sheet Pan Dinner)

Name: Crispy Italian Sausage and Potatoes (Easy Sheet Pan Dinner)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 3 tbsp Olive Oil; 1½ lbs Italian Sausage; 24 oz Baby Potatoes (halved); 1 Onion (sliced); 1 Bell Pepper (thick sliced); 1 tsp Garlic Powder; 1 tsp Italian Seasoning; 1 tsp Kosher Salt; ½ tsp Ground Black Pepper

ByEnza Whiting October 10, 2024April 7, 2026 Updated onApril 7, 2026

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Sheet pan sausage and potatoes is one of the easiest dinners you can make, and this crispy Italian version is packed with flavor. Potatoes are tossed with Italian herbs and roasted with sausage, bell peppers, and onions until tender, then finished for crispy golden edges, all in one pan with minimal cleanup!

A close up of roasted sausage, potatoes and yellow peppers.

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Recipe Snapshot

Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
Cook Time: 35-45 minutes
Total Time: 45-55 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Skill Level: Easy
Cooking Method: Oven roasted (one sheet pan)
Flavor Profile: Savory, garlicky, herby with caramelized edges
Texture: Potatoes are crispy on the outside, tender inside, with juicy browned sausage
Key Ingredients: Italian Sausage, potatoes, bell peppers, onion, olive oil, Italian seasoning

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Roasting the sausage and potatoes together in the oven means everything is flavored with savory goodness. As the sausage roasts, its juices flavor the vegetables, creating an incredibly tasty dish! Serve it with a simple side salad or a loaf of bread, and you have a complete meal.

Why You Will Love It

Here is why this hearty and flavorful sausage dish is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.

Easy one-pan dinner – everything cooks together with minimal cleanup
Simple prep, big flavor – Italian herbs, sausage, and roasted vegetables do all the work
Crispy, golden edges – finished under the broiler for the perfect texture
Family-friendly and satisfying – hearty, comforting, and great for busy nights
If you love easy one-pan meals, try my Baked Chicken and Orzo and Shrimp and Orzo with Tomatoes.

How to Get Crispy Sheet Pan Sausage and Potatoes

The key to getting crispy sausage and potatoes without drying everything out is to cook in two stages.

Start by roasting at 375°F until the potatoes are tender and the sausage is fully cooked. Then turn on the broiler for a few minutes at the end to create those golden crispy edges.

This method lets everything cook evenly first, so nothing burns or dries out, while giving you that final perfect roasted finish.

Ingredients

Italian Pork Sausage: You can use either sweet or hot sausage. When I am feeding a lot of people, I will make one sheet pan with sweet Italian sausage links and one with hot sausage for those who like spicy sausage. You can also substitute chicken sausage.

Potatoes: I like to use baby potatoes or russet potatoes, but you can use any kind you like. Make sure to cut them into equal-sized pieces so they cook evenly.

Bell Peppers: Any kind of bell pepper is fine. I used yellow and orange peppers this time, but I often add a red or green bell pepper if I have it.

Onion: Use a yellow or sweet onion, cut into thick slices or chunks.

Seasonings: Italian Seasoning, Garlic Powder, Kosher Salt, and Ground Black Pepper

baby potatoes on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.

Potatoes, peppers, onions and sausage on a baking sheet.

How to Make Sheet Pan Sausage and Potatoes

Toss the cut potatoes, olive oil, and seasonings in a large bowl. Transfer the potatoes to a rimmed baking sheet lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper and bake in a preheated 375-degree F oven for 20 minutes.
Scatter the onions and bell peppers over the potatoes, lay the sausage on top of the vegetables, and return the pan to the oven for 20-25 minutes. The sausage is done when the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F, and the juices run clear.
For a final crisp, turn the oven on to broil for a few minutes until the sausage is browned.

Cooking Tips

Leave the skins on the potatoes: They add flavor and get extra crispy!
Put the potatoes, cut side down, on the baking sheet: It helps create crispy edges.
Don’t overcrowd the pan: Space allows everything to roast not steam.
Shake the pan after the first 10 minutes: It prevents sticking and promotes even browning.
Finish under the broiler: A few minutes at the end crisps the sausage and the edges.

Roasted sausage with potatoes on a baking sheet.

Storing and Reheating

One of the best things about roasted sausage is that it tastes just as good the next day! If you have leftovers, place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. You can reheat them in the microwave or the oven. The sausage and potatoes can be reheated in a 350-degree oven for 15 minutes or until heated through.

A baking sheet with raosted potatoes, peppers, onions and sausage.

Other Italian Sausage Recipes

Using Italian sausage in a recipe is a great way to add savory flavor. Here are some of my most popular dishes featuring Italian sausage.

You will love the way ground sausage turns pasta into a hearty main dish. My Vodka Sauce with Sausage and Baked Pasta Rustica are two of the tastiest pasta dishes you will ever eat! Pair them with a nice classic Ceasar salad for a simple but delicious Italian dinner.

Chicken Rollatini with Sausage and Spinach is one of my most popular recipes. It is both tasty and impressive, making it a great meal to serve when entertaining guests.

Another one-pot recipe you may want to try is my Jambalaya with Italian Sausage. This is my spin on a delicious and hearty jambalaya. It is easy to make, and everyone loves it!

My Sausage and Cheese Strata is a family favorite. I love to serve this savory egg dish on Christmas morning or when I am hosting a brunch. It is the perfect make-ahead dish.