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Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage Tortellini

Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage Tortellini
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Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage Tortellini is a quick, comforting one-pan meal featuring smoky sausage, tender cheese tortellini, and vibrant roasted vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights, it offers smoky, savory flavors with minimal prep and cleanup, all baked together on a single sheet pan in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz smoked sausage (kielbasa or andouille), sliced into ½ inch rounds
  • 9 oz fresh or refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 2 bell peppers, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, rinsed and patted dry

Seasonings and Oil

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Optional Garnishes

  • Fresh basil leaves, torn
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). While waiting, slice the smoked sausage into half-inch rounds, chop the bell peppers into bite-sized pieces, and rinse and dry the cherry tomatoes to remove excess moisture.
  2. Toss Ingredients with Oil and Seasoning: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sausage slices, fresh tortellini (no pre-cooking needed if fresh or refrigerated), chopped bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss everything gently until evenly coated.
  3. Arrange on the Sheet Pan: Spread the mixture evenly in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet, making sure there is enough space between ingredients to allow proper roasting and caramelization.
  4. Bake Until Golden and Cooked Through: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Stir halfway through baking to ensure even browning. The sausage should be nicely browned, vegetables tender but firm, and tortellini crispy at the edges.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and optionally sprinkle torn fresh basil leaves and freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Choose fresh or refrigerated tortellini for best results; dried tortellini would require pre-cooking.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to allow ingredients to roast rather than steam, resulting in better flavor and texture.
  • Use a rimmed baking sheet to catch juices and prevent spills in the oven.
  • Stir halfway through baking for even cooking and browning.
  • Let the dish rest for a couple of minutes before serving to allow flavors to settle.

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Keywords: sheet pan dinner, smoked sausage, tortellini, one-pan meal, quick dinner, roasted vegetables, easy recipe, weeknight meal

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