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Easy Keto Sausage and Pepper Sheet Pan Dinner

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A quick and flavorful low-carb sheet pan dinner featuring Italian sausage, bell peppers, and onions, perfect for busy weeknights and keto lifestyles.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage links (sweet or spicy)
  • 3 medium bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow, 1 green), sliced into strips
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced into thin wedges
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • Red pepper flakes, optional pinch
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Allow at least 10 minutes for the oven to fully heat.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
  3. Slice the Italian sausage links into 1-inch thick rounds.
  4. Cut the bell peppers into 1/2 inch wide strips and slice the onion into thin wedges, keeping pieces similar in size.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, toss the peppers and onions with olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using until evenly coated.
  6. Spread the vegetables evenly on the baking sheet and arrange the sausage slices on top or nestled among the veggies, leaving space to avoid crowding.
  7. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes.
  8. After 20 minutes, use tongs to flip the sausage pieces and gently stir the vegetables to ensure even browning.
  9. Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 10-15 minutes until the sausage reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) and the peppers are tender with caramelized edges.
  10. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  11. Serve hot and enjoy, optionally paired with a green salad or cauliflower rice.

Notes

Use high heat (425°F) for caramelization and crisp sausage. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Flip sausage and stir vegetables halfway through cooking for even browning. Let the dish rest 5 minutes before serving to redistribute juices. If oven runs hot, check at 25 minutes to prevent burning and tent with foil if sausage browns too fast. Substitute chicken or turkey sausage for leaner options. Add smoked paprika for smoky flavor. This recipe is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.

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