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Easy Crispy Sheet Pan Chicken Sausage with Roasted Sweet Potato

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A quick and easy sheet pan meal featuring crispy chicken sausage and caramelized roasted sweet potatoes, perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces chicken sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces. Slice the chicken sausage into 1/2-inch rounds.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet potato cubes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat evenly.
  4. Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on one side of a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. In the same bowl, toss the sausage pieces with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. Arrange the sausage slices in a single layer on the other half of the baking sheet.
  7. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping both sweet potatoes and sausage halfway through (around 12-15 minutes) for even cooking and browning.
  8. Check for doneness: sweet potatoes should be tender with caramelized edges, and sausage should be golden and crispy. Roast an additional 3-5 minutes if needed.
  9. Serve immediately. Optionally, broil sausage for 1-2 minutes at the end for extra crispiness, watching closely to avoid burning.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming instead of roasting. Toss ingredients halfway through cooking for even browning. Use parchment paper or silicone mat to prevent sticking and ease cleanup. For extra crispiness, broil sausage for 1-2 minutes at the end. Peeling sweet potatoes is optional. Substitute turkey or plant-based sausage for variations.

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