Honey Garlic Sausage and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner
introduction
This is a simple sheet pan meal with sausage, sweet potato, and broccoli that cooks fast and tastes sweet and savory. You can find a similar kitchen-tested version on this honey garlic sausage and sweet potatoes recipe for more ideas. The dish works for weeknights or when you need a quick dinner.
why make this recipe
- It is easy and low work.
- You cook most ingredients on one pan.
- It feeds a family or makes good leftovers.
- The sauce is sweet and savory and sticks to the food.
how to make Honey Garlic Sausage and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner
Roast the sweet potatoes first so they start to get tender. Make the honey garlic sauce on the stove while the sweet potatoes roast. Add the sausage and broccoli, toss with some sauce, and roast until everything is done. For another take on this mix, you can read about sausage and sweet potatoes with honey garlic which uses similar flavors and steps.
Ingredients :
- 14 ounces smoked sausage (like kielbasa), sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1-inch cubes
- 1 large head broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon of water
Directions :
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Spread in an even layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast sweet potatoes for 15 minutes.
- While roasting, make the sauce by simmering honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar in a saucepan. Whisk in the cornstarch slurry until thickened, then remove from heat.
- Add sausage and broccoli to the baking sheet, drizzle with half the sauce, and toss gently.
- Return to oven and roast for an additional 15-20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Drizzle remaining sauce over the dish, toss gently, and serve hot.
how to serve Honey Garlic Sausage and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner
Serve hot straight from the pan or move to a platter. Add a sprinkle of chopped parsley or sesame seeds if you like. This goes well with a simple green salad or steamed rice.
how to store Honey Garlic Sausage and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner
Cool to room temperature, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes or in a skillet on medium heat until warmed. You can also freeze for up to 2 months; thaw in the fridge before reheating.
tips to make Honey Garlic Sausage and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner
- Cut sweet potatoes in similar sizes so they cook evenly.
- Do not crowd the pan; give pieces room so they roast instead of steam.
- If broccoli browns too fast, add it later in the cook time.
- Taste the sauce and add more soy or honey to balance sweet and salty.
variation (if any)
- Use chicken sausage, smoked beef, or sliced kielbasa.
- Swap broccoli for Brussels sprouts or green beans.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.
- Use maple syrup instead of honey for a deeper flavor.
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen sweet potato cubes?
A: Yes. Thaw them first or add a few minutes to the roast time so they cook through.
Q: Is this recipe gluten-free?
A: Use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce to make it gluten-free.
Q: Can I make the sauce ahead?
A: Yes. Make the sauce and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Warm it before using.
Q: Can I skip the cornstarch?
A: The cornstarch helps the sauce thicken and stick. You can skip it but the sauce will be thinner.
Q: How do I make it less sweet?
A: Reduce the honey to 2 tablespoons and taste the sauce before using. Add a bit more soy sauce if needed.
Honey Garlic Sausage and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner
Ingredients
Method
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them in an even layer on the baking sheet.
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Roast sweet potatoes for 15 minutes.
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While roasting, make the sauce by simmering honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar in a saucepan. Whisk in the cornstarch slurry until thickened, then remove from heat.
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Add sausage and broccoli to the baking sheet, drizzle with half the sauce, and toss gently.
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Return to oven and roast for an additional 15-20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
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Drizzle remaining sauce over the dish, toss gently, and serve hot.
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Honey Garlic Sausage and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them in an even layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast sweet potatoes for 15 minutes.
- While roasting, make the sauce by simmering honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar in a saucepan. Whisk in the cornstarch slurry until thickened, then remove from heat.
- Add sausage and broccoli to the baking sheet, drizzle with half the sauce, and toss gently.
- Return to oven and roast for an additional 15-20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Drizzle remaining sauce over the dish, toss gently, and serve hot.
