Honey Garlic Sausage and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner
A quick and delicious sheet pan dinner featuring smoked sausage, sweet potatoes, and broccoli, all coated in a flavorful honey garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 14 ounces smoked sausage (like kielbasa), sliced into ½-inch rounds Ensure it's pre-cooked for quick cooking.
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1-inch cubes
- 1 large head broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- to taste Salt and pepper
Sauce Ingredients
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon of water This creates the slurry to thicken the sauce.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them in an even layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast the sweet potatoes for 15 minutes to give them a head start on cooking.
Sauce Preparation
- While the potatoes are roasting, prepare the honey garlic sauce. In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Whisk in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens. Remove from heat.
Cooking
- After 15 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Add the sliced sausage and broccoli florets to the pan.
- Drizzle half of the honey garlic sauce over everything and toss gently to coat.
- Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 15-20 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are fork-tender and broccoli is crisp-tender.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle the remaining sauce over the top. Toss one last time and serve immediately.
Notes
For a visually appealing presentation, serve on a large platter. Consider garnishing with sesame seeds or chopped green onions. Pair with a light salad or crusty bread. This dish can also be adapted with different proteins and vegetables.