Busy Day Sheet Pan Gnocchi and Sausage

Sheet Pan Gnocchi is one of those dinners that feels almost too easy for how good it turns out. This gnocchi and sausage sheet pan meal is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and loaded with savory sausage, garlicky goodness, and bright lemony flavor.

Everything roasts together in one pan, making it an easy, weeknight-friendly dinner that feels a little special without a lot of work.

I could happily eat this sheet pan meal on repeat. Like, twice a week on repeat. Unfortunately, the rest of the family eventually starts to notice and suggest we “switch it up.” So now I make it just often enough to keep everyone happy, while secretly wishing I could put it on the menu way more than that.

Ingredients You’ll Need

This easy meal fits perfectly on a single sheet pan, making both prep and cleanup a breeze. Just lay down a sheet of parchment paper, gather your ingredients, and you’re ready to get cooking.

• Garlic: finely minced for bold, savory flavor.
• Potato Gnocchi: pillowy pasta that crisps beautifully in the oven.
  • NOTE: Gnocchi is available at most grocery stores. Shelf-stable gnocchi can be found in the pasta aisle, or sometimes kept in the fridge in the deli section.
• Extra-Virgin Olive Oil: helps everything roast and adds richness.
• Kosher Salt: seasons the dish evenly.
• Black Pepper: adds mild heat.
• Lemons: zest and juice bring bright, fresh flavor.
• Italian Sausage: adds hearty, savory depth, mild or spicy, both work.
• Broccolette: tender greens with slight bitterness for balance.
• Parmesan cheese: salty, nutty finish. Feel free to omit to keep dairy-free.
• Aleppo Pepper or Red Pepper Flakes: gentle heat to finish.

Variations

This recipe is an easy, flexible dinner that’s simple to customize. Add extra protein like sliced grilled chicken or steak, or mix in feta for an extra cheesy finish.

Fresh herbs such as fresh thyme or fresh basil add brightness, while shallots or spinach bring extra depth and color.

You can also swap in vegetables like brussel sprouts, chopped bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, or red onion. And you can even use cauliflower gnocchi for a low-carb option.

How to Make Sheet Pan Gnocchi

This sheet pan dinner comes together in just minutes and has everything you need in one pan. With tender vegetables, chewy gnocchi, and hearty sausage, it’s a simple, satisfying way to get dinner on the table fast.

1. Preheat: Place the oven rack in the lower third and preheat to 400°F.
2. Season: Toss gnocchi, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper on a large baking sheet, leaving a little open space.
3. Zest: Zest both lemons over the gnocchi and set the lemons aside.
4. Sausage: Pinch sausage into bite-sized pieces and place on the baking sheet.
5. Roast: Bake for 30–35 minutes, tossing halfway through, until gnocchi and sausage are golden and crisp.
6. Broccolette: Toss broccolette into the pan, adding a drizzle of olive oil if needed.
7. Roast: Return to the oven and bake 8–10 minutes more until tender.
8. Finish: Squeeze lemon juice over the top, sprinkle with Parmesan and Aleppo pepper, toss, and serve.

Everything cooks together, the flavors build naturally in the oven, and the cleanup is refreshingly minimal. Simple, satisfying, and endlessly adaptable, this is the kind of meal that quietly earns a permanent spot in your dinner rotation.

Storing and Reheating

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm the gnocchi in a skillet over medium heat with a small drizzle of olive oil until heated through and slightly crisp again. You can also reheat it in the oven at 350°F until warmed through. The microwave works in a pinch, but reheating on the stovetop or in the oven will give you the best texture.

Some recipes are just solid keepers, and this sheet pan gnocchi is one of those. You’ll make it once and then start mentally filing away for busy nights, last-minute plans, or when you want something comforting without putting in much effort.

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