Baked Italian Sausage Recipe
This is the best way to bake Italian sausage in the oven—simple, quick, and perfectly juicy! No extra ingredients, just pure, flavorful Italian sausage with a golden-brown, slightly crisp exterior.
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Ingredients
- 4-6 (4 oz) Italian Sausage Links (mild, sweet, or spicy)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup, or bake directly on the tray for better browning.
- Arrange the sausages in a single layer on the baking sheet, leaving some space between each link for even cooking.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the sausages are golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for pork sausage (or 165°F (74°C) for chicken or turkey sausage).
- Optional: For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.
Notes
Tips for Success
- For juicy sausages: Bake on parchment paper to trap some steam.
- For extra browning: Bake directly on a metal sheet pan for the best caramelization.
- For easy cleanup: Use foil, but note that it won’t brown quite as much as direct baking.
Nutrition
Serving: 6g | Calories: 388kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 819mg | Potassium: 283mg | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg
