Save to Pinterest A hearty, flavorful one-pan dish featuring juicy chicken sausage, sweet apples, earthy kale, and warming spices, perfect for a comforting autumn dinner.
This recipe quickly became a family favorite for its ease and fall-inspired flavors.
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Ingredients
- Chicken sausages: 4 chicken sausages (about 350–400 g) sliced into 2 cm rounds
- Apples: 2 large apples cored and sliced
- Yellow onion: 1 medium yellow onion sliced
- Curly kale: 4 cups stemmed and roughly chopped
- Yukon Gold potatoes: 2 medium diced (optional for a heartier dish)
- Olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
- Ground nutmeg: ½ tsp
- Smoked paprika: ½ tsp
- Dried thyme: ½ tsp
- Chili flakes: ¼ tsp (optional)
- Salt and black pepper: to taste
- Chicken broth: ¼ cup (or apple cider for extra sweetness)
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Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Mix ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl toss the sliced sausages apples onion kale and potatoes (if using) with olive oil cinnamon nutmeg smoked paprika thyme chili flakes (if using) salt and pepper.
- Transfer to baking dish:
- Transfer everything to a large baking dish or sheet pan spreading evenly.
- Add liquids:
- Pour the chicken broth (or apple cider) evenly over the mixture.
- Bake:
- Bake for 35–40 minutes stirring halfway through until the sausages are golden the apples are tender and the kale is crisp at the edges.
- Serve:
- Serve hot spooning pan juices over each portion.
Save to Pinterest Our family loves gathering around the table to enjoy this warming dish on cool autumn evenings.
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Serving Suggestions
Pair with a dry Riesling or a light-bodied cider for the perfect meal experience.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl chefs knife baking dish or sheet pan cutting board
Nutritional Information
Calories 370 Total Fat 18 g Carbohydrates 34 g Protein 19 g per serving
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This dish is simple to prepare but delivers maximum comfort and flavor every time.
Common Recipe Questions
- → Can I substitute any ingredients for dietary preferences?
Yes, turkey sausage or plant-based sausage can replace chicken sausage. Adding sliced carrots or parsnips offers extra vegetables.
- → What is the best way to ensure the apples stay tender but not mushy?
Slice apples evenly and bake alongside other ingredients without stirring too often to maintain their texture.
- → Can I prepare this dish ahead of time?
You can assemble the ingredients in advance and refrigerate before baking to streamline cooking on the day.
- → What beverage pairs well with this dish?
A dry Riesling or light-bodied cider complements the sweet and savory flavors beautifully.
- → Is it necessary to use chicken broth or can I use apple cider instead?
Both liquids work well; apple cider adds sweetness while chicken broth enhances savory depth.
