Description
Sheet Pan Maple Pecan Chicken Sausage with Roasted Apples is a heartwarming dish that perfectly blends savory chicken sausage with sweet caramelized apples and crunchy pecans. This one-pan meal is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, delivering a delightful mix of flavors that will impress your family and friends. With minimal prep and cleanup, you’ll enjoy a vibrant, satisfying dinner that’s as easy to make as it is delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken sausage (any flavor)
- 3 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), cored and cut into wedges
- ½ cup pecans, chopped
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- Slice the chicken sausage into bite-sized pieces.
- Spread the chicken sausage and apple wedges on the sheet pan, add chopped pecans, drizzle with olive oil and maple syrup, then season with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown, stirring halfway through for even cooking.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute turkey or veggie sausage for a lighter option. Experiment with different apple varieties for unique sweetness levels. Enhance the dish with spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for an autumn twist.
