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.
