Air fryer sausage links cook up golden brown on the outside and juicy all the way through in about 10 minutes.
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This air fryer sausage recipe is popular because:
- it takes just 10 minutes from start to finish
- there's no grill or stovetop mess to manage
- the links come out golden and juicy every time
After making this recipe many times over the years, this is the version I consistently come back to.
This recipe includes:
- Detailed ingredient notes
- Answers to frequently asked questions
- Serving and storage suggestions
- A recipe card with nutritional information
A Note From My Kitchen
I am beginning to think there's nothing my air fryer can't cook to glorious perfection. I mean, it can't make everything, but I'll be damned if my air fryer can't outperform my oven and deep fryer for so many recipes. It can make classic recipes like baked potatoes and Air Fryer Chicken Legs as well as fun recipes like Air Fryer Okra Fries and air fryer eggplant fries. I am addicted to air fryer recipes!
Sausage is one of those foods I never really considered making in my air fryer...until now. I usually cook sausages on the grill or in my crockpot, but I decided to try them in the air fryer and I am so glad I did. Air frying sausages is the best way to cook them. Air fried sausage turns out golden on the outside and is perfectly cooked and juicy on the inside. You've got to try it!
If you try this air fryer sausages recipe, I'd love to know what you think in the comments below. Enjoy!
Happy cooking,
Ingredient Notes
- Sausage links: Fresh sausage links work best for this method. Italian sausage, bratwurst, and kielbasa are all good options. Thicker sausages will need a minute or two of extra cook time and thinner links may finish on the shorter end of the range.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you cook sausage in the air fryer?
Sausage links are easy to cook in the air fryer. Arrange uncooked sausages in a single layer in the basket, making sure none of the links are touching. Air fry at 375 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.What kind of sausage can you air fry?
This recipe works for any kind of fresh sausage link. Try air fryer pork Italian sausage, air fryer kielbasa, or air fryer bratwurst. Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the links.What kind of air fryer should I use to make sausage links?
You can air fry sausages in a basket-style or oven-style air fryer. Depending on the design of your air fryer and the type of sausage you use, you may experience some light smoking or excess grease dripping during cooking.What are some ways to serve air fryer sausage?
Air fryer sausage is delicious in a variety of ways. Here are some favorites:- On a sausage and peppers sandwich
- Over rice with peppers and onions
- Chunked in an omelet
- Sliced on pizza
- Simmered in pasta sauce
Two Bite Take
"Air frying sausages is my favorite way to cook them! I can't get over how easy it is."
- Becky
Serving Suggestions
What to Serve With Air Fryer Sausage
Air fryer sausage links are versatile and make quick work of an easy dinner. Serve them over white rice with bell peppers and onions for a simple weeknight dinner, or tuck them into hoagie rolls and top with provolone cheese for a sausage and peppers sandwich. They also pair well alongside roasted vegetables or sliced up over pasta.One serving is 1 piece of sausage.
Air Fryer Sausage Variations
This recipe works with several types of fresh sausage links. Swap the variety based on your preference:- Italian sausage (mild or hot) for a classic flavor
- Bratwurst for a slightly smoky link
- Kielbasa for a denser, garlicky link
- Chicken sausage for a leaner option
- Turkey sausage for a lighter variation
Got Leftovers?
What To Do With Leftover Air Fryer Sausage
Leftover sausage links are easy to repurpose into a second meal. Slice them up and use them in a variety of ways:- Slice and add to scrambled eggs or an omelet
- Stir into pasta sauce and serve over spaghetti
- Add to hearty soups or bean soup for extra protein
- Top a homemade pizza with sliced sausage
How To Store Air Fryer Sausage
Store leftover cooked sausage links in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. For longer storage, wrap individual links and freeze for up to 2 months.How to Reheat Sausage Links
Reheat your leftover sausage in the air fryer at 350 degrees F for 3 to 4 minutes until warmed through.
Air Fryer Sausage
Yield: 5 servings
Prep Time: 0 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 0 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
This air fryer sausage recipe is the quickest, easiest way to prepare perfectly cooked, golden brown, juicy sausage links.
INGREDIENTS
1 package fresh sausage links
1 package fresh sausage links
INSTRUCTIONS
- Arrange your sausage links in your air fryer in a single layer, ensuring none of the links are touching. (Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to prepare them in several batches.)
- Air fry at 375 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F, flipping halfway through the cooking time.
NOTES
The sausage may need a little more or less time depending on the thickness of your links.
Cooking time may vary between different models of air fryer. I use the Ninja 4-Quart Air Fryer.
Author: Becky Tarala
The sausage may need a little more or less time depending on the thickness of your links.
Cooking time may vary between different models of air fryer. I use the Ninja 4-Quart Air Fryer.
Author: Becky Tarala
Behind the Bites
Hi, I'm Becky, the creator of The Two Bite Club, where good food starts with two bites.
I've been cooking and sharing recipes here for years,
sharing the kinds of easy, dependable dishes that tend to become family favorites.
These are the recipes I make in my own kitchen, and I hope you enjoy them as much as we do.
You can read more about me and The Two Bite Club here!
I've been cooking and sharing recipes here for years,
sharing the kinds of easy, dependable dishes that tend to become family favorites.
These are the recipes I make in my own kitchen, and I hope you enjoy them as much as we do.
You can read more about me and The Two Bite Club here!
