Chicken Apple Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner

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This flavorful Chicken Apple Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner is a quick and delicious meal that is sure to impress the whole family. Tender chicken sausage, sweet apples, and onions are all roasted to perfection in one pan. Plus, the best part? It's all cooked on a single sheet pan, making cleanup a breeze!

Chicken Sausage, Apples, and onions on a sheet pan.

We all know the struggle of trying to put a delicious and nutritious meal on the table after a long day of work or taking care of kiddos. Even though I love to cook there are plenty of days when I just don't want to be in the kitchen.

Those are the days when I gravitate to easy sheet pan meals. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can still whip up a satisfying and wholesome meal on busy weeknights.

If you are looking for more easy weeknight dinners, check out my Easy Lasagna Soup, Dutch Oven Chicken Noodle Soup, or my Gluten-Free Meatballs.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Ingredients
Substitutions And Variations
How To Make This Sheet Pan Meal
Expert Tips And Notes
How To Serve Chicken Apple Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner
Storage And Reheating
Recipe FAQs
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Chicken Apple Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner

Why You'll Love This Recipe

One Pan Meal: By cooking everything together on a single pan, you not only save time on prep and cleanup but you also allow the flavors to meld together.
Easy Meal Prep: This recipe is perfect for meal prepping. The leftovers reheat beautifully for a quick and tasty lunch or dinner.
Versatile: You can mix and match the flavors to accommodate any dietary or flavor preference.

Ingredients

Sausage Links: Any chicken sausage will do, however, if you are gluten/dairy/sugar-free, be sure to check the label and read the ingredients. Now as far as flavor goes, I am a big fan of using half spicy chicken sausages and half chicken apple sausage, but again, do what works best for you. I really like the Aidells brand of chicken apple sausage.
Pink Lady Apples: Pink Lady apples are hands down, my favorite apple! They are tart with just a touch of sweetness. The combination of the rich sausage and the sweet/tart apple is just lovely! Honey-crisp apples are similar and would work well in this recipe. If you can't get your hands on either of those apples, use what you have!
Onion: Sweet onions are my favorite, but use a plain white onion or red onion if that's what you have on hand.
Garlic: If you are not a garlic fan leave it out, however, it adds another touch of sweetness once it caramelizes. You can also use a pinch of garlic powder if you don't have fresh garlic.
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil: You can also use avocado oil instead of olive oil.
Apple Cider Vinegar: This adds just a tiny bit of extra tartness!
Sauerkraut: You can go with plain or flavored Kraut with this recipe. Garlic Kraut is one of my go-to flavors.
Salt: Redmond's Sea Salt is a great option, as it includes trace minerals.

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

Substitutions And Variations

Use Different Sausages: Swap the apple chicken sausage for your favorite variety of sausage. You can try turkey sausage, pork sausage, or even grass-fed beef sausage.
Add Extra Veggies: Try adding Brussels sprouts, bell peppers, green beans, or baby carrots to make this an even more nutrient-dense meal.
Add Carbs: This meal is relatively low-carb, but if you'd like to round it out feel free to add sweet potatoes, butternut squash, or baby potatoes cut into small pieces.
Sweet & Tangy: If you want to add even more flavor, you can drizzle the veggies with a little bit of pure maple syrup or balsamic vinegar before baking.

How To Make This Sheet Pan Meal

This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees f.

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Step 2. Slice the apples and onion, and add them to a large bowl with 5 whole cloves of garlic. Add a little bit of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt, and toss to combine. Then spread the mixture onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15 minutes.

Step 3. Remove the baking sheet from the oven, toss the apples and onions, then arrange the sausages on the baking sheet and return to the oven for another 15 minutes.

Step 4. Take the large sheet pan out of the oven and top it with sauerkraut.

Expert Tips And Notes

If you want to add even more flavor, you can char your sausages on a cast iron skillet before adding them to the sheet pan.
For an extra burst of flavor, drizzle the finished dish with a tablespoon or two of balsamic glaze or honey mustard sauce before serving.

How To Serve Chicken Apple Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner

Serve this easy dinner recipe alongside any of the following:

Crusty Bread
Mashed Potatoes
Stone Ground Mustard
Dijon Mustard
Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Side Salad

Storage And Reheating

Storage: Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Reheating: To reheat, place the desired portion in an oven-safe dish and reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes, or until heated through.

Recipe FAQs

Can I use different types of sausage?

Yes! Feel free to use your favorite variety of sausage in this recipe.

How do I prevent the veggies from burning?

Make sure to spread the ingredients out in an even layer on the sheet pan and toss them halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.

Can I use different types of apples?

Absolutely! Use your favorite variety of apples, a mix of sweet and tart would be delish!

Can I prepare this ahead of time?

While this sheet pan meal is best served fresh, you can prep the ingredients ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until you're ready to cook.

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