Honey Garlic Sausage Sweet Potatoes

If you’re like me and constantly on the hunt for an easy dinner idea that doesn’t involve a sink full of dishes, you’re in for a treat with this Honey Garlic Sausage Sweet Potatoes recipe. It checks every box: easy prep, minimal cleanup, big flavor, and the kind of cozy, satisfying taste that makes you want to go back for seconds. It’s hearty without being heavy, sweet and savory in perfect balance, and just the kind of recipe that turns a busy weeknight into something special.

I first threw this together on a hectic Tuesday night when I had some sweet potatoes that needed using and a package of smoked sausage sitting in the fridge. A quick rummage through the pantry, a drizzle of honey, a few cloves of garlic, and boom—this recipe was born. I had no idea it would become one of those meals I keep coming back to, week after week. And the best part? It’s all done on a single sheet pan with ingredients you probably already have on hand.

This dish is perfect for meal prep, too. Just divide it into containers, refrigerate, and you’ve got lunches ready to go. The flavors actually get better as they sit—especially that honey garlic glaze, which kind of soaks into the sweet potatoes and makes them ridiculously addictive.

Let’s dive in and get started!

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Main Dish:

• 1 lb smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced into rounds

• 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

For the Honey Garlic Glaze:

• 2 tbsp butter

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• ¼ cup honey

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)

• 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional for garnish)

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Go ahead and set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to keep cleanup easy.

Step 2: Season the Sweet Potatoes

In a big mixing bowl, toss your peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle in some salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Toss until every cube is well-coated. This seasoning gives the potatoes a delicious smoky-sweet flavor that works so well with the glaze later on.

Step 3: Roast the Sweet Potatoes

Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes out on your prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Try not to overcrowd them—this helps them roast instead of steam. Pop them in the oven and roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through so they cook evenly and start to caramelize around the edges.

Now that our sweet potatoes are roasting away and starting to caramelize, it’s time to bring in the sausage and get to the best part—that sticky-sweet honey garlic glaze that ties everything together.

This next part of the recipe is where the flavor really starts to shine. The sausage gets beautifully browned in the oven, the sweet potatoes get even more golden and crisp on the edges, and that glaze? It soaks into every bite for the perfect sweet-and-savory balance. Plus, you’re still only using one sheet pan and a small saucepan—easy cleanup, big payoff.

Let’s jump back into it.

Step 4: Add the Sausage

After those first 20 minutes in the oven, pull out the baking sheet. Your sweet potatoes should be softening and starting to brown on the edges. Now it’s time to add the sausage.

Scatter the sliced sausage right over the sweet potatoes on the sheet pan. Don’t worry if they overlap a little—everything’s going to roast and meld together beautifully. Slide the pan back into the oven and roast for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the sausage is nicely browned and the sweet potatoes are fork-tender and caramelized.

Tip: If you like your sausage a little extra crispy, you can broil the tray for the last 2-3 minutes. Just keep an eye on it so nothing burns!

Step 5: Make the Honey Garlic Glaze

While the sausage and sweet potatoes are roasting together, head to the stove to make your glaze.

In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 to 2 minutes, just until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden—but don’t let it burn.

Next, stir in the honey, soy sauce, and chili flakes (if you’re using them). Let the mixture simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. You want everything to come together into a smooth, syrupy glaze that’s not too thick but coats the back of a spoon.

Once done, remove from heat and set aside. The glaze will thicken just slightly as it cools, which is perfect for coating everything later.

Step 6: Toss It All Together

When the sausage and sweet potatoes are done roasting, transfer everything into a large bowl—or you can even keep it right on the baking sheet for fewer dishes. Pour the warm honey garlic glaze over the top and toss everything gently to make sure each bite is coated in that sticky, sweet, and savory goodness.

Optional: Sprinkle with a little chopped parsley for a fresh pop of color. Not necessary for flavor, but it does make the dish look a little extra special if you’re serving it to guests.

Step 7: Time to Serve

And that’s it! Your honey garlic sausage sweet potatoes are ready to go. This dish is great as a stand-alone meal, especially with the balance of protein and carbs. But if you’re looking to round it out, it pairs really well with a light green salad or some steamed veggies on the side.

One of the reasons I love this recipe so much is how adaptable it is. Don’t be afraid to tweak the glaze to your taste—add a splash more soy sauce for saltiness, more honey if you like it sweeter, or extra chili flakes for a kick of heat. You really can’t mess this up.