Description
Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage Tortellini is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal combining smoky sausage, creamy cheese tortellini, and vibrant roasted vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe delivers a satisfying dinner with minimal cleanup, bursting with rich textures, bold flavors, and nutritious ingredients.
Ingredients
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Sausage & Pasta
- 12 oz smoked sausage (kielbasa or andouille), sliced into rounds
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
Vegetables
- 2 bell peppers, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
Seasonings & Oils
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Slice the smoked sausage into evenly sized rounds. Chop bell peppers and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Halve cherry tomatoes to allow faster roasting and juicier bursts.
- Toss Everything Together: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced smoked sausage, tortellini, chopped vegetables, olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss everything well to evenly coat with oil and seasoning.
- Arrange on a Sheet Pan: Spread the mixture in a single layer on a large sheet pan. Ensure there is space between pieces for even roasting and caramelization without steaming.
- Roast to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roast the sheet pan for 20-25 minutes, stirring gently halfway through to promote even cooking and achieve golden edges on sausage and tortellini.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from oven and sprinkle fresh chopped basil or parsley on top for a fresh, vibrant finish. Serve immediately straight from the pan or plate individually for a fuss-free meal.
Notes
- Choose a quality smoked sausage for best flavor results.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan; leave space between pieces to avoid steaming.
- Toss the ingredients halfway through roasting for even browning.
- Add fresh herbs after roasting to preserve their bright flavor.
- Optionally parboil tortellini for 1 minute before roasting for extra tenderness.
- Variations include vegetarian swaps, different tortellini fillings, additional vegetables, and spices for heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
Keywords: Sheet pan dinner, smoked sausage, tortellini, roasted vegetables, quick dinner, one-pan meal, easy weeknight recipe