Honey Garlic Sausage and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan
This one-pan Honey Garlic Sausage and Sweet Potato recipe is a quick, easy, and flavorful meal perfect for any weeknight. Juicy sausage and crispy sweet potatoes are coated in a sticky, sweet, and savory honey garlic glaze for a balanced and satisfying dish.
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Whisk
- Small bowl
- Large baking sheet
- Paring knife
- Chef's knife
- Cutting board
- Oven
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Sweet Potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 lb Italian Sausage sweet or hot
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- ¼ cup Honey
- 2 tbsp Soy Sauce low sodium preferred
- 2 tbsp Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- ½ tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 tbsp Cold Water
- 2 tbsp Chopped Green Onions, for garnish
- 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with the olive oil until evenly coated.
- Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Ensure they are not overcrowded.
- Cut the sausage into 1-inch pieces and nestle them among the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- While the sweet potatoes and sausage are roasting, prepare the honey garlic glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry.
- After 20 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven and carefully pour the honey garlic glaze over the sweet potatoes and sausage. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for another 10-15 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and slightly caramelized, and the sausage is cooked through. Ensure the internal temperature of the sausage reaches 160°F (71°C).
- During the last 5 minutes of cooking, drizzle the cornstarch slurry over the sweet potatoes and sausage. This will thicken the sauce and give it a glossy finish.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For crispier sweet potatoes, ensure they are spread in a single layer and not overcrowded on the baking sheet. Consider using two baking sheets if necessary. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat leftovers in the oven for best results. For a spicier dish, use hot Italian sausage and add more red pepper flakes. To make it vegetarian, substitute the sausage with plant-based sausage. Serve with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.