If you're looking for a quick and easy way to cook chicken sausage, you have to give the air fryer a try! Air fried chicken sausage can be served with breakfast, lunch or dinner. It's a healthy protein option that the entire family will love!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Easy to prepare
- Only 1 ingredient
- Great for meal prep
- Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, & Soy-Free
- Whole30 Friendly
- Enjoy at breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
- Easily add protein to any meal.
- Good for busy weeknights.
🍴Ingredient Notes
To make air fryer chicken sausages all you'll need is an air fryer and pre-cooked sausages.
Chicken Sausage - Any pre-cooked chicken sausage will work with this recipe. I used Bilinski's Organic Mild Italian with Bell Peppers, but they have a variety of flavors like Sweet Apple & Honey, Cilantro with Lime, and Lemon Herb.
My two favorite brands are Bilinski's and Applegate. Both are organic, Whole30 friendly, and raised with no antibiotics.
You can find both brands at most local grocery stores!
Air Fryer Options
I actually have two styles of air fryers and recommend both depending on what fits best with your lifestyle.
The first type of air fryer I have is what is shown in this post - the Ninja Foodi Air Fryer Oven. This appliance is bigger and sits on my kitchen counter.
It looks more like a mini oven than an air fryer! You can use a baking tray or the metal basket. (It comes with both.) This oven can air fry, toast, bake, or dehydrate and flips up to save on counter space when it's not in use. (I use it as an air fryer and toaster the most.)
The second type of air fryer I have is a basket style air fryer. This air fryer is portable and can be stored in a pantry or cabinet. Both styles can be used with this recipe!
🍴Step by Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Chicken Sausages
Start by adding the uncooked chicken sausages onto a baking tray or air fryer basket. (If you use a baking tray, line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup!)
Step 2: Air Fry Sausages
Place the tray or basket into the pre-heated air fryer at 375 degrees. Air fry chicken sausages for about 8-10 minutes or until they have reached your desired crispiness!
Step 3: Serving
Serve hot with a variety of dishes for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
Expert Tips
- For best results, pre-heat the air fryer to ensure that the chicken sausages cook evenly.
- Leave the sausages in the air fryer for a few extra minutes if you like them crispy.
- Flip and rotate the chicken sausages halfway through cooking to make sure all sides are golden brown.
- Spray the chicken sausage with avocado oil or coconut oil before cooking to get crispy skin.
- Do not overlap the chicken sausages in the air fryer. Place them in a single layer in the basket or tray.
- When using a baking tray, I prefer parchment paper over aluminum foil. To avoid sticking you can use a non-stick spray like avocado oil.
Frequently Asked Questions
My two favorite brands, Bilinski's and Applegate are both gluten-free products.
Yes, you can either defrost the chicken sausage in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours before cooking or put the frozen chicken sausage directly in the air fryer. Cook for an additional 5-8 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
Pasta Dishes
One of my favorite ways to serve chicken sausage is in pasta dishes like this easy Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce!
Breakfast Food
Chicken sausage is always great with breakfast food like scrambled eggs, omelets, frittatas, and crispy potatoes!
Vegetables & Salad
Serve with steamed vegetables like green beans, broccoli, or asparagus for a healthy lunch or dinner. It's also delicious with sauteed peppers and onions. (One of my personal favorites!)
You can also enjoy air fried chicken sausage on top of a salad for a quick protein option!
Hot Dog
Another fun way to serve chicken sausage is in a gluten-free hot dog bun! They're delicious in the summer and super easy to prepare! Top with sauteed peppers and onions or your favorite hot dog condiments.
How to store leftovers
Leftover sausages should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
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Recipe Card
Air Fryer Chicken Sausage
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 12 Ounces Chicken Sausage
Instructions
- Start by adding the uncooked chicken sausages onto a baking tray or air fryer basket. (If you use a baking tray, line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup!)
- Place the tray or basket into the pre-heated air fryer at 375 degrees. Air fry for about 8-10 minutes or until they have reached your desired crispiness!
- Serve hot with a variety of dishes for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
Notes
Expert Tips
- For best results, pre-heat the air fryer to ensure that the chicken sausages cook evenly.
- Leave the sausages in the air fryer for a few extra minutes if you like them crispy.
- Flip and rotate the chicken sausages halfway through cooking to make sure all sides are golden brown.
- Spray the chicken sausage with avocado oil or coconut oil before cooking to get crispy skin.
- Do not overlap the chicken sausages in the air fryer. Place them in a single layer in the basket or tray.
- When using a baking tray, I prefer parchment paper over aluminum foil. To avoid sticking you can use a non-stick spray like avocado oil.
How To Store Leftovers
Leftover sausages should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. ** See full post for more information and step-by-step photos.Nutrition
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