Dinner

Honey Garlic Sausage and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner Recipe

ByLila Prescott February 3, 2026February 3, 2026

Introduction

This Honey Garlic Sausage and Sweet Potato sheet pan dinner is the ultimate easy weeknight meal. It combines smoky sausage, tender sweet potatoes, and crisp broccoli, all coated in a sticky, flavorful honey garlic glaze. Ready in under an hour with minimal cleanup, it’s perfect for busy families craving a delicious, balanced dinner.

This image shows a black skillet filled with a cooked dish made of round slices of browned sausage, bright green broccoli florets, and evenly cut orange sweet potato cubes. The sausage slices are shiny with a caramelized surface, sprinkled with white sesame seeds and green parsley leaves. The broccoli has a slightly roasted texture with rich green colors, and the sweet potatoes appear soft with browned edges. The ingredients are mixed closely and evenly spread inside the skillet. The background is a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

14 ounces smoked sausage (like kielbasa), sliced into ½-inch rounds
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1-inch cubes

1 large head broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets
1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper, to taste
¼ cup honey

¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for a gluten-free option)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (slurry)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Step 2: In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3: Roast the sweet potatoes for 15 minutes to start softening them.
Step 4: While the sweet potatoes roast, prepare the honey garlic sauce. In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Step 5: Whisk in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat.

Step 6: Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Add the sliced sausage and broccoli florets to the pan with the sweet potatoes. Drizzle half of the honey garlic sauce over the ingredients and gently toss to coat evenly.
Step 7: Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 15-20 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender and the broccoli is crisp-tender.
Step 8: Remove from oven, drizzle remaining sauce over the top, toss once more, and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

Use a large or two smaller sheet pans to avoid overcrowding, which helps achieve perfect caramelization instead of steaming.
Cut sweet potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon of water to thin it.

Swap broccoli with bell peppers, red onions, or Brussels sprouts based on your preference.
For extra heat, add a teaspoon of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Try substituting the sausage with cubed chicken breast or shrimp; add shrimp in the last 5-7 minutes of cooking.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave in 60-second intervals or for best texture, warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 10 minutes on a baking sheet to revive crispiness.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a black pan filled with a cooked dish showing several thick slices of browned sausage, surrounded by bright green broccoli florets and small orange cubes of sweet potato. The sausage slices have a shiny, glazed surface with some white sesame seeds sprinkled on top, while fresh green parsley leaves are scattered throughout. The textures show the smooth, slightly crispy sausage skin, tender soft sweet potatoes, and crunchy broccoli. The pan is set on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this Honey Garlic Sausage and Sweet Potato recipe ahead of time?

Yes, this recipe is great for meal prep. Cook as directed and store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat before serving.

Can I use different vegetables?

Absolutely. Bell peppers, red onions, Brussels sprouts, or your favorite roasting vegetables work well. Adjust cooking time as needed for different veggies.

How do I know when the sweet potatoes are done?

The sweet potatoes are done when they are easily pierced with a fork and tender without being mushy.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

It can be gluten-free if you use tamari instead of regular soy sauce, which contains gluten.

What kind of sausage works best?

Pre-cooked smoked sausages like kielbasa or andouille work best for quick cooking and rich flavor.

Lila Prescott