Name: Recipe "Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies with Maple Dijon Sauce"
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 sweet potato (diced into 1/2-inch cubes); 16 oz brussels sprouts (end trimmed and sliced); 0.5 red onion (sliced); 2 tbsp olive oil (divided); 2 tsp thyme (finely chopped); 2 tsp rosemary (finely chopped); 0.5 tsp garlic powder; kosher salt and black pepper (to taste); 12 oz cooked apple chicken sausage (sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds); 2 tbsp Dijon mustard; 2 tbsp pure maple syrup; 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1 clove garlic (minced); kosher salt and black pepper (to taste)

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Why I Make This Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies on Repeat

Sheet pan dinners are my go-to when I need something fast but still feel like a real meal. This one hits all the right notes: sweet potatoes get caramelized edges, Brussels sprouts turn tender, and the apple chicken sausage adds a subtle sweetness that pairs perfectly with the tangy maple Dijon sauce. The whole thing comes together on one pan, so cleanup is a breeze. It’s the kind of dinner that makes you feel like you put in a ton of effort, but really you just tossed everything on a tray and let the oven do the work.

3 Reasons This Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies Works for Weeknights

One pan means minimal dishes, just toss and roast, then drizzle with sauce.
The maple Dijon sauce adds a sweet-tangy kick that makes the veggies and sausage taste way more exciting than they have any right to.
It’s flexible: swap in whatever veggies or sausage you have on hand and it still turns out great.

Key Ingredients for Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies

Sweet potato: Dice into 1/2-inch cubes so they roast evenly. Butternut squash works too if you want a change.
Brussels sprouts: Trim the ends and slice in half. This helps them cook at the same rate as the sweet potatoes.
Apple chicken sausage: Pre-cooked and sliced, it saves time. The apple flavor complements the maple Dijon sauce, but any cooked sausage will do.

Kitchen Tools for This One Pan Meal

Large rimmed sheet pan (to hold everything in a single layer)
Small bowl for whisking the maple Dijon sauce
Chef’s knife and cutting board for prepping veggies

Pro Tips for Perfect Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts

Preheat your oven to 425°F fully before sliding the pan in, that initial blast of heat helps the veggies start caramelizing right away. Spread everything in a single layer on a large rimmed sheet pan; if you crowd them, they’ll steam instead of getting those crispy edges. Halfway through roasting, give them a good toss so the undersides get a chance to brown too. And don’t add the sauce until after roasting, the sugars in the maple syrup would burn if cooked at that high heat, and the fresh tangy flavor is best when drizzled right before serving.

Easy Variations for This Sheet Pan Sausage Dinner

Swap the apple chicken sausage for spicy Italian or smoked sausage for a different flavor profile. If you’re vegetarian, use a plant-based sausage or add chickpeas instead, toss them with the same herbs and roast until crispy. For a low-carb version, replace the sweet potato with cauliflower florets or cubed butternut squash. You can also change up the herbs: try dried oregano or basil if you don’t have fresh thyme and rosemary.

What to Serve with Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies

This dish is hearty enough on its own, but if you want to stretch it, serve it over a bed of rice or quinoa to soak up the extra sauce. A fried egg on top adds a runny yolk that makes everything feel extra luxurious. For a side, a simple green salad with a lemon vinaigrette cuts through the richness nicely.

How to Store Leftover Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Keep the sauce separate if you can, otherwise the veggies may get a little soggy. When you’re ready to eat, just reheat in the oven or a skillet to bring back some of the crispiness.

Can You Freeze Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies?

Yes, you can freeze the roasted veggies and sausage for up to 3 months. Let them cool completely, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. The texture of the veggies will soften a bit after thawing, but the flavor stays great. Reheat directly from frozen in a 400°F oven until hot, about 15 minutes. I recommend making the maple Dijon sauce fresh when you serve it.

Best Way to Reheat Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies

For best results, reheat in a 400°F oven on a sheet pan for 5-10 minutes until warmed through and the edges get crispy again. You can also use a skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes. The microwave works in a pinch but the veggies will be softer. Add a splash of fresh sauce after reheating to revive the flavor.

Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies FAQs

Can I use other vegetables?

Absolutely. Carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, or cauliflower all work well. Just cut them into similar-sized pieces so they roast evenly.

Do I need to peel the sweet potato?

No, you can leave the skin on if you like, just scrub it well. The skin gets a bit crispy and adds fiber.

Can I make this dairy-free?

Yes, the recipe is already dairy-free as written. The sauce uses Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and vinegar, no dairy at all.

How do I prevent the sausage from drying out?

Since the sausage is pre-cooked, it only needs to heat through. Slicing it into 1/2-inch rounds and roasting for 30 minutes total keeps it juicy.

Recipe

Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies with Maple Dijon Sauce

A quick and easy sheet pan meal with sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, red onion, and apple chicken sausage, all roasted and finished with a tangy maple Dijon sauce. A flavorful and healthy weeknight dinner!

easy

10 min

Prep Time

30 min

Cook Time

40 min

Total Time

Servings

Dinner

Course

American

Cuisine

272 kcal

Calories

Ingredients

Servings

1 sweet potato, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
16 oz brussels sprouts, end trimmed and sliced
0.5 red onion, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil, divided
2 tsp thyme, finely chopped
2 tsp rosemary, finely chopped
0.5 tsp garlic powder

kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
12 oz cooked apple chicken sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp pure maple syrup
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
kosher salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Grease a large rimmed baking sheet with olive oil.
2
Add the sweet potatoes, brussels sprouts, sausage, and red onion to the pan. Drizzle with olive oil and season with thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until well combined. Arrange the sausage and veggies in a single, even layer on the sheet pan.
3
Place the pan in the oven and roast for 15 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven and toss the veggies and sausage. Return to oven and roast for an additional 15 minutes, or until veggies are tender.

4
While the sausage and veggies are roasting, make the maple Dijon sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper.
5
Drizzle the sauce over the sausage and veggies. Serve immediately.

Nutrition (per serving)

272kcal

Calorie breakdown

Protein27%78 kcal

Fat48%137 kcal

Carbohydrates25%73 kcal

How this was calculated — 14 of 14 ingredients matched

sweet potatoSweet potato leaves, raw0 kcal

brussels sproutsBrussels sprouts, raw195 kcal

red onionOnions, red, raw0 kcal

olive oilOil, corn, peanut, and olive265 kcal

thymeThyme, fresh10 kcal

rosemaryRosemary, fresh13 kcal

garlic powderSpices, garlic powder8 kcal

kosher salt and black pepperPepper, banana, raw0 kcal

cooked apple chicken sausageChicken, ground, raw486 kcal

Dijon mustardMustard, prepared, yellow18 kcal

pure maple syrupSyrup, Cane81 kcal

apple cider vinegarVinegar, cider3 kcal

garlicGarlic, raw7 kcal

kosher salt and black pepperPepper, banana, raw0 kcal

Serving size ≈ 233 g · 4 servings

Nutrition information is automatically calculated from USDA FoodData Central, so should only be used as an approximation. Actual values may vary depending on the ingredients, brands, and preparation methods used.

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Keyword: brussels sprouts, maple dijon, Oven Baked, sausage, sheet pan, sweet potato

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