Italian Sheet Pan Chicken Sausage and Gnocchi
A convenient and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender potato gnocchi, savory Italian chicken sausage, and an array of roasted vegetables seasoned to perfection.
Ingredients
- •1 lb (450g) Pre-cooked Italian chicken sausage
- •17.6 oz (500g) package Shelf-stable potato gnocchi
- •1 large Red bell pepper
- •1 large Yellow bell pepper
- •1 medium Red onion
- •1 medium Zucchini
- •1 pint (approx. 2 cups) Cherry or grape tomatoes
- •3 tbsp Olive oil
- •1.5 tsp Italian seasoning
- •1 tsp Garlic powder
- •0.75 tsp Salt
- •0.5 tsp Black pepper
- •0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
- •2 tbsp Fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- •2 tbsp Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
- 2.
Slice the chicken sausage into ½-inch thick rounds. Core and slice the bell peppers into 1-inch pieces. Halve and chop the red onion into ½-inch wedges. Trim and chop the zucchini into ½-inch thick half-moons. Leave the cherry tomatoes whole.
- 3.
On the prepared baking sheet, combine the sliced chicken sausage, gnocchi (do not boil first), bell peppers, red onion, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil.
- 4.
Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) evenly over all the ingredients. Toss gently with your hands or a large spatula until everything is well coated.
- 5.
Spread the mixture into an even layer on the baking sheet. Ensure not to overcrowd the pan; if necessary, use two baking sheets to allow for proper roasting and browning.
- 6.
Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring gently halfway through, until the vegetables are tender-crisp, the sausage is lightly browned, and the gnocchi is puffy and slightly crispy on the outside.
- 7.
Remove from the oven. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or basil and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese before serving immediately.
Tips
- 💡**Don't Overcrowd the Pan:** For crispy gnocchi and properly roasted vegetables, ensure ingredients are in a single layer. If your pan is too small, divide the mixture between two baking sheets.
- 💡**Customize Your Veggies:** Feel free to substitute or add other quick-cooking vegetables like broccoli florets, asparagus, or mushrooms. Adjust roasting time as needed for different vegetables.
- 💡**For Extra Crispy Gnocchi:** After stirring halfway through cooking, try to arrange the gnocchi so that more of their surface area is directly touching the hot baking sheet.
- 💡**Make Ahead Prep:** You can chop all the vegetables and slice the sausage a day in advance and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator to save time on busy weeknights.
Recipe from TheCookbook.ai
Created by Basil Roux