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Sheet-Pan Bratwurst and Sauerkraut Bake: Best Easy Dinner

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This sheet-pan bratwurst and sauerkraut bake is a quick and easy weeknight dinner that delivers bold, comforting flavors with minimal cleanup. Roasted with apples and onions, the bratwurst gets crispy on the outside while staying juicy inside, and the sauerkraut caramelizes beautifully.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bratwurst links (about 1 lb or 450g)
  • 1 lb sauerkraut (about 450g), drained but not rinsed
  • 1 large apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), cored and cut into wedges
  • 1 medium onion (yellow or sweet), sliced into thin wedges
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained sauerkraut, apple wedges, and sliced onion. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of caraway seeds (if using) and a generous pinch of black pepper. Toss until well coated.
  3. Spread the sauerkraut mixture evenly across the prepared sheet pan in a single layer.
  4. Nestle the bratwurst links on top of the sauerkraut mixture, spacing them out evenly. Press them down slightly so they are nestled in but still exposed on top.
  5. Roast for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove the pan from the oven. Flip each bratwurst link over and stir the sauerkraut mixture. If the mixture looks dry, add a splash of water or apple cider vinegar.
  7. Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 15-20 minutes, until the bratwurst is cooked through (internal temperature of 160°F/71°C) and the sauerkraut is golden brown at the edges. For extra browning, broil for the last 2-3 minutes.
  8. Let the pan rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  9. Serve the bratwurst and sauerkraut hot, spooning any pan juices over the top. Enjoy with mustard, crusty bread, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

Don’t rinse the sauerkraut—rinsing removes flavor. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking the bratwurst. For extra flavor, toast the caraway seeds in a dry skillet for 30 seconds before adding. If using pre-cooked bratwurst, reduce roasting time by about 10 minutes.

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