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Sheet Pan Sausage & Veggies with Cajun Butter Sauce

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Author:

Kimber Matherne

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December 12, 2024

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Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies with cajun butter sauce is the perfect, quick dinner that the whole family will love! With a delicious cajun butter sauce all made on just one pan, this recipe will be a staple in your house.

Cajun Smoked Sausage and Roasted Potatoes and vegetables prepared on a sheet pan. this Recipe

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  • Recipe Notes
  • Recipe Step by Step
  • Recipe Tips
  • Recipe Short Cuts
  • Recipe Variations
  • Freezer Meal Instructions
  • What to Serve with Cajun Sheet Pan Veggies and Sausage
  • Smoked Sausage Sheet Pan Leftovers
  • More Easy Sheet Pan Recipes
  • Sheet Pan Sausage & Veggies with Cajun Butter Sauce Recipe

There is something so fulfilling about a sheet-pan dinner. They are so easy, but they bring the family together in a way that is unique to one-pan meals. We are always in a rush at dinner time so we have lots of favorite one pan meals like our sheet pan chicken fajitas, sheet pan pineapple chicken, and sheet pan meatloaf.

This one-pan sausage and veggies dinner is everything you love about an easy sheet pan meal, and the flavor goes right over the top by roasting the smoked sausage, potatoes and all the veggies in an irresistible (and quick to make) cajun butter sauce!

Everything for this recipe is cooked in one pan and nearly everything is ready in that same pan. If that wasn’t great enough, below are some more reasons why this is the BEST sheet pan sausage recipe.

Why I LOVE this recipe!

  • All in one– The meat… the veggies… they all cook together so you aren’t juggling multiple dishes, cook times, etc
  • Non-existent clean up – Only one sheet pan is needed for cooking. Outside of that, just a cutting board, knife, and bowl for that yummy butter sauce.
  • TONS of FLAVOR! Cajun seasoning is known for packing a punch, this makes it the perfect way to pack flavor with only adding one ingredient – the cajun seasoning mix.
  • No babysitting– No need to stand over a pan stirring, once you pop this in the oven, you are free to do whatever you need until the timer goes off!
  • Fast Cook time – Because of the method we use, the cooking time is super quick so this is great for busy nights.

Recipe Notes

This sheet pan sausage and potatoes recipe is as simple as promised! Just 30 minutes for a family-friendly meal.

In this section I am going to go through a few tips and tricks I use when making this recipe to get the absolute best and most delicious results.

Make sure to scroll to the bottom for the FULL recipe card.

Ingredients + Substitutions

Ingredients for making sheet pan smoked sausage with potatoes and vegetables.

Sheet Pan:

  • Smoked Sausage – I use a traditional smoked sausage because it really compliments the cajun flavor and makes this smoked sausage sheet pan dinner incredibly simple. But any neutral-flavored or spicy sausage would work if you want to kick up the heat a little.
  • Yukon Potatoes – Feel free to use any type of potato you have on hand, just make sure the pieces are cut small enough to cook evenly with the other vegetables. I recommend making sure they are 1/2 inch or less so that they can fully cook through and you don’t end up with crunchy potatoes.
  • Green Beans – Fresh is best, but you can use frozen also without needing to thaw them.
  • Yellow Bell Pepper – I love to use yellow peppers for added sweetness, but any type of bell pepper will work.
  • Purple Onion – Purple onions are my favorite because they have a slight tang and are bright in color! But, any type of onion can be used.

Butter Sauce

  • Butter – Olive oil can be used if you want to make this recipe dairy free, but I highly recommend butter for the flavor! I keep salted butter on hand so that is what I use, but unsalted can work too since the cajun seasoning has additional salt in it.
  • Parsley – Fresh parsley gives the whole dish a bight, fresh flavor.
  • Cajun Seasoning – Try using my homemade cajun seasoning, this is especially great if you need to work with dietary needs, as it is gluten-free, dairy free, and without any additives! If not using homemade, any store-bought cajun seasoning you prefer will work. Just make sure you like the flavor because it will have a big impact on the end dish.

Recipe Step by Step

How to make cajun sausage sheet pan dinner step 1: Slice sausage and place on a sheet pan.

Slice the smoked sausage into half inch rounds and place them on the baking sheet.

How to make cajun sausage sheet pan dinner step 2: Add bell peppers, green beans and diced potatoes.

Add the bell pepper, green beans, and potatoes.

How to make cajun sausage sheet pan dinner step 3: Prepare cajun butter sauce.

Prepare the cajun butter sauce by combining the seasonings with melted butter.

How to make cajun sausage sheet pan dinner step 4: Roast the sausage and vegetables and toss in cajun butter sauce.

Toss the sausage and vegetables with the cajun butter sauce and then roast the sheet pan dinner until cooked through.

Recipe Tips

  1. Keep the potatoes small – While any type of potatoes can be used, they need to be diced into 1″ pieces to ensure they cook at the same speed as the other ingredients. If the potatoes are too big, the other ingredients will be mushy or the potatoes will not be cooked through.
  2. Mix it up – While I like to use onions, bell peppers, and green beans, feel free to use any veggies you like for this sausage and veggie sheet pan dinner. You can try carrots, squash, broccoli, cauliflower, etc. The sky’s the limit!
  3. Give it space – Make sure to leave enough space around each sliced ingredient on the pan to allow air to circulate. If the ingredients are crowded, they will not cook as quickly. For this sausage and veggies sheet pan meal, I use a large sheet pan, but if you have a small one you make it work by cooking in two batches or with two pans.
  4. Add the butter last – to save on clean up, I like to add all of the veggies and meat to the sheet pan, then pour the butter mixture over this (in the pan), and then mix directly in the pan. If you are after a more even coat, however, you can mix everything in a large bowl before transferring it to the pan. This will add another bowl to wash though.
  5. Scale it – If you want to make more or less of this recipe, simply half, double, or even triple the ingredients. If lowering the ingredients, you can use the same size pan or a smaller one, if upping the ingredients you will need another pan or will need to cook in batches.

Recipe Short Cuts

If you need to make this sausage sheet pan recipe but are extra short on time, here are a few ideas that can help make this recipe even faster!

  • Prep the veggies– All the veggies and the potatoes for sausage sheet pan dinners can be diced and stored up to a day in advance. That is why sheet pan dinners are so great!
  • Prepare the seasoning and sauce– The seasoning, if homemade, can also be made months in advance. And the butter sauce can be made and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days prior. The butter will solidify in the fridge, but simply microwave the mixture before using to pour over the filling ingredients.
  • Prepare as a freezer meal– You can have this meal prepped and ready to cook up to 6 months in advance using the freezer method. Find all the details on this below.

Recipe Variations

If you love this sheet pan dinner with sausage as much as we do and want some quick ways to change it up for variety, these little tips will do the trick!

  • Spicy Sausage and Veggies– For an extra kick, try using spicy sausage or Cajun sausage
  • Loaded Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies– For more vegetable variety, try adding more fresh produce, like squash, zucchini, or mushrooms. With adding more vegetables, you may need to use another pan to ensure the ingredients are not crowded.

Freezer Meal Instructions

Making this sausage and veggies sheet pan recipe into a freezer meal is simple! Follow the steps below and you can store this recipe in the freezer for up to 6 months.

  1. Slice the meat, onions, and peppers.
  2. Mix the meat, butter, and seasonings. Then package in a freezer bag or other freezer-friendly container.
  3. Place the peppers and onions in a separate zip-top bag or freezer-friendly container.
  4. FREEZE.
  5. Once you are ready to cook, thaw in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours.
  6. Then transfer the meat and veggies to a sheet pan and bake in the oven as directed.
Cajun Sausage and vegetables served with salad on a plate.

What to Serve with Cajun Sheet Pan Veggies and Sausage

Even though this dish is a one-pan meal with classic cajun flavors, you can bulk up the meal to stretch it even further by adding some other side dishes to go with it. Here are some simple ideas to round out your meal:

Side Dish Ideas

  • Garlic bread – this is my go to recipe!
  • Kale Salad
  • Lemon Rice
  • Steakhouse Salad

You can choose one or add a few sides to make a wholesome, well-rounded dinner. 

Smoked Sausage Sheet Pan Leftovers

If you have leftovers after making this cajun sheet pan dinner with sausage, then it is your lucky day! They save and reheat well, and can make the start of another delicious dish.

To save leftovers, separate them into meal-sized portions and then place in an airtight container and store:

  • in the refrigerator for 3-4 days
  • in the freezer up to a month

Leftover Recipes

Here are a few ways to repurpose those leftovers and give them a delicious makeover!

  • Cajun Roasted Veggie Salad– Add a scoop of roasted vegetables and sausage on top of a bed of mixed greens. Add parmesan cheese and dress with ranch dressing or Italian dressing and add croutons.
  • Cajun Roasted Vegetable Pasta– Make pasta as directed on the box. Drizzle with olive oil and toss with roasted vegetables, sausage, and parmesan cheese. Sprinkle extra seasoning if you want a stronger flavor. Alternately, you can make this homemade alfredo sauce and toss the pasta and veggies with it.
  • Cajun Roasted Panini– Butter the outside of two slices of french bread. Mix a tablespoon of mayonnaise with 1/4 tsp cajun seasoning. On the inside, spread each slice with cajun mayo. Add cajun veggies and meat, omit the potatoes, mozzarella cheese, and grilled chicken (optional) then press in a panini press until golden on each side. You can also grill on medium heat in a skillet on each side until golden.

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A spatula scooping out sausage and potatoes from sheet pan.

Sheet Pan Sausage & Veggies with Cajun Butter Sauce

By: Kimber Matherne
5 from 4 votes
This quick and easy sheet pan dinner loads in the flavor with smoked sausage, a medley of fresh vegetables and a rich cajun butter sauce!
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 20 minutes mins
Total Time: 30 minutes mins
4 people
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Ingredients 

  • 1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-3/4 inch slices
  • 3-4 Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1 inch chunks
  • 4 ounces Green beans
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1/2 Purple onion, roughly chopped

For the Cajun Butter Sauce

  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
  • 1.5 teaspoons cajun seasoning

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 400˚F.
  • Mix to combine the melted butter, parsley and cajun seasoning.
  • Spread the sausage, potatoes, green beans, onion, and bell peppers in a single layer on a large sheet pan (or 2 smaller ones.)
  • Drizzle the butter sauce over the sausage and vegetables and toss to coat them on all sides.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Last step!Share a picture on Instagram and tag me at @easyfamilyrecipes!

Recipe Notes

To freeze:
Place sliced sausage, vegetables and potatoes in a freezer bag. Once ready to cook, thaw, and toss in butter sauce, then bake as directed. 

Nutrition Information

Calories: 566kcal (28%), Carbohydrates: 30g (10%), Protein: 18g (36%), Fat: 42g (65%), Saturated Fat: 18g (113%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 17g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 111mg (37%), Sodium: 1065mg (46%), Potassium: 926mg (26%), Fiber: 4g (17%), Sugar: 3g (3%), Vitamin A: 1150IU (23%), Vitamin C: 87mg (105%), Calcium: 48mg (5%), Iron: 3mg (17%)

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6 responses

  1. Julie
    March 28, 2025

    5 stars
    I figured it would be good, but it turned out great! It is way more flavorful than I expected. As a previous commenter suggested, I made the linked Cajun seasoning recipe but with half the cayenne.

    Reply
  2. Dorothy Sheldrake
    January 16, 2025

    I haven’t made any yet, but the pictures look good followed with a clear easy to understand recipe.
    Can’t wait to do some cooking.
    Thank you

    Reply
    1. Kimber Matherne
      January 17, 2025

      You could probably do it either way, but I think it would likely be better if you baked the glaze on the rolls. It’s just that Parmesan on the top gets crisp and delicious. I’d also pre slice the rolls as it will be easier than when they are hot and super soft.

      Reply
  3. Kayla Hawkins
    May 1, 2024

    5 stars
    Suuuuuper easy and so tasty! The whole pan was cleared in minutes. This was a nice break from the chicken/beef saga we have at my house. My 11 year old picky eater asked for seconds!!!! Amazing.

    Reply
  4. Candice Parker
    April 23, 2024

    5 stars
    This was so simple and oh so delicious. I doubled the sausage and the cajun seasoning was perfect for this dish. I highly recommend making the cajun seasoning that is linked in the recipe. My three year old was asking for seconds but he loves all food.

    Reply
  5. BLMom
    September 25, 2022

    5 stars
    So simple to make and so delicious! A life saver on busy nights. I keep the ingredients stocked because we make it so often.

    Reply
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Cajun Sausage with Veggies on a sheet pan
Spatula lifting smoked sausage, peppers, and green beans with cajun butter sauce.
Sheet Pan dinner with smoked sausage, potatoes, and green beans.
Cajun Smoked Sausage Sheet Pan dinner served on a plate with salad.
Process photos for how to make sausage sheet pan dinner.
Collage of two images with a sheet pan with all the ingredients on the top image and a close up of sausage, green beans, and potatoes on a plate on the bottom image.
Steps to make cajun sheet pan sausage and veggies step 1. chop sausage and spread out on pan step2. add chopped green beans to pan step 3. add diced potatoes to pan and butter step4. bake and enjoy!

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