Trader Joes Sausage Dinners Recipe

This savory caramelized Trader Joes Sausage Dinners Recipe is made with chicken sausage, bell peppers, and onions and ready in 35 minutes. The edges of the sliced sausage rounds get perfectly crispy while the vegetables turn incredibly tender in the hot oven. I rely on this reliable roasting method during busy weeknights when cooking feels like a chore.

Why This Classic Works

I used to overcomplicate weeknight meals by using too many pots and pans. Once I discovered how well these precooked sausages roast on a single baking sheet, my evenings changed completely.

The biggest lesson I learned was spacing the ingredients properly. If you crowd the pan, the vegetables will steam instead of getting those beautiful caramelized edges we all want.

Trader Joes Sausage Dinners Recipe Ingredients

• 1 package (12 oz) Trader Joe’s Chicken Sausage (sliced)
• 2 large bell peppers (chopped)
• 1 medium red onion (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Trader Joe’s Everyday Seasoning

How To Make Trader Joes Sausage Dinners Recipe

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Chop the ingredients: Slice the sausages into thick rounds and chop the bell peppers and onions into equal-sized pieces.
3. Toss and season: Place everything on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle the seasoning evenly over the top.
4. Roast the dinner: Bake for 25 minutes until the sausage edges are crisp and the vegetables are tender, tossing halfway through.

Recipe Tips

• Choose your favorite sausage: Trader Joe’s has many varieties, but the jalapeno chicken or apple chardonnay work incredibly well here.
• Cut uniform pieces: Chopping your vegetables to the same size ensures everything finishes cooking at the exact same time.
• Do not crowd the pan: Use two baking sheets if needed so the ingredients have room to roast rather than steam.

What To Serve With Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner

This meal pairs perfectly with a side of frozen brown rice or quinoa for a hearty base. You can also serve it with warm crusty bread to soak up the savory pan juices.

How To Store

Keep leftover sausage and vegetables in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. You can also freeze the cooked mixture for up to three months and reheat in the microwave or oven.

FAQs

Can I use raw sausage instead of pre-cooked?

Yes, but you will need to increase the baking time. Always ensure raw sausage reaches an internal temperature of 165F before serving.

Do I have to use that specific seasoning?

Not at all. A simple mix of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika works just as well for this dish.

Can I add other vegetables?

Absolutely. Zucchini, broccoli florets, and sweet potato cubes are excellent additions to this sheet pan dinner.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320 kcal
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 15 g
• Protein: 18 g

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• Trader Joes Chicken Sausage Recipe

Trader Joes Sausage Dinners Recipe

Recipe by Nate Collins

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

25

minutes

Total time

35

minutes

Savory caramelized Trader Joes Sausage Dinners Recipe packed with chicken sausage, bell peppers, and onions, ready in 35 minutes. You will appreciate how this simple sheet pan method saves time on busy weeknights while delivering incredible roasted flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 package (12 oz) Trader Joe’s Chicken Sausage (sliced)

• 2 large bell peppers (chopped)

• 1 medium red onion (chopped)

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 tablespoon Trader Joe’s Everyday Seasoning

Directions

• 1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
• 2. Chop the ingredients: Slice the sausages into thick rounds and chop the bell peppers and onions into equal-sized pieces.
• 3. Toss and season: Place everything on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle the seasoning evenly over the top.
• 4. Roast the dinner: Bake for 25 minutes until the sausage edges are crisp and the vegetables are tender, tossing halfway through.