Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage and Sweet Potato Hash
A hearty, smoky hash roasted on a sheet pan featuring smoked sausage, sweet potatoes, and bell peppers for a satisfying meal. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 45 minutes pairs medium, diced yellow onion, olive oil, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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
- 12 oz, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds smoked sausage
- 2 medium (about 1 lb), peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 1 large, diced into 1/2-inch pieces red bell pepper
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped for garnish fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 12 oz sliced smoked sausage, 2 diced medium sweet potatoes, 1 diced large red bell pepper, and 1 diced medium yellow onion with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until everything is evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread the mixture in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are tender and edges are caramelized.
- Step 3: Remove from oven and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage and Sweet Potato Hash take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Smoked Sausage and Sweet Potato Hash?
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 medium, diced yellow onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage and Sweet Potato Hash?
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 Smoked Sausage and Sweet Potato Hash 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 Smoked Sausage and Sweet Potato Hash?
American 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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