Italian Beef and Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner with Roasted Peppers
An easy sheet pan dinner featuring Italian beef strips and sausage chunks roasted with a medley of colorful bell peppers and onions for a balanced, flavorful meal. This italian-inspired beef ready in about 40 minutes pairs Italian beef, thinly sliced, Italian sausage, cut into 1-inch pieces, large, cut into wedges yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian beef, thinly sliced
- 1 lb Italian sausage, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large, cut into 1-inch pieces green bell pepper
- 1 large, cut into 1-inch pieces red bell pepper
- 1 large, cut into 1-inch pieces yellow bell pepper
- 1 large, cut into wedges yellow onion
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss 1 lb thinly sliced Italian beef, 1 lb Italian sausage pieces, 1 large chopped green bell pepper, 1 large chopped red bell pepper, 1 large chopped yellow bell pepper, and 1 large chopped yellow onion.
- Step 2: Drizzle mixture with 4 tbsp olive oil, sprinkle with 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp dried Italian seasoning, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Toss well to coat everything evenly.
- Step 3: Spread the ingredients in an even layer and roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and the meats are cooked through with browned edges.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. This dish pairs well with crusty bread or over cooked polenta.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Italian Beef and Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner with Roasted Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Italian Beef and Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner with Roasted Peppers?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep italian beef, thinly sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Italian Beef and Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner with Roasted Peppers?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Italian Beef and Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner with Roasted Peppers for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Italian Beef and Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner with Roasted Peppers?
Italian beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
