Looking for a quick and easy main dish the whole family will love? This air fryer chicken sausage recipe is a great option for whipping up a delicious meal in minutes. This simple chicken sausage recipe elevates an ordinary main by letting the air fryer work its magic. Get ready to enjoy a new family favorite!
Chicken sausages of choiceUse as many as you like and air fry in batches. Use raw or precooked chicken sausages but increase the cooking time if using raw sausages.
Instructions
Pre-heat air fryer to 380°F. This high heat helps sear the sausages.
Pat sausages dry with paper towels. Make sure they are not wet or frozen.
Optional: Coat sausages lightly with oil or oil spray if desired. This gives a crispier texture. You can also add a dash of seasonings like garlic powder, paprika or oregano for extra flavor.
Place sausages in air fryer basket in a single layer without overlapping. Overcrowding reduces crispiness.
Chicken sausages of choice
Cook thin sausages for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through. For thicker sausages, cook 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
Sausages are fully cooked when the internal temperature reaches 165°F. The exterior should be browned. Check that they are cooked through by slicing open one sausage, it should be cooked to the center.
Remove sausages from the air fryer, allow to cool for 1-2 minutes, and enjoy!