Sheet Pan Fennel and Sausage with Cherry Tomatoes and Rosemary

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A fragrant Mediterranean-inspired sheet pan dinner with caramelized fennel, golden chicken sausage, and sweet cherry tomatoes, all seasoned with rosemary and garlic. This mediterranean-inspired sheet pan ready in about 45 minutes pairs pounds chicken sausage, large fennel bulb, cherry tomatoes 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Place 1.5 pounds sliced chicken sausage, 1 trimmed and cut into 1-inch wedges fennel bulb, and 2 cups cherry tomatoes on a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Arrange sausage and vegetables in a single layer, ensuring fennel wedges sit cut-side down. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until sausage is golden and fennel is tender with slight char at edges.
  3. Step 3: Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Fennel and Sausage with Cherry Tomatoes and Rosemary take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (20 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 Sheet Pan Fennel and Sausage with Cherry Tomatoes and Rosemary?

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 pounds chicken sausage from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Fennel and Sausage with Cherry Tomatoes and Rosemary?

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 Sheet Pan Fennel and Sausage with Cherry Tomatoes and Rosemary 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 Sheet Pan Fennel and Sausage with Cherry Tomatoes and Rosemary?

Mediterranean sheet pan 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.

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