How to cook sausages in an air fryer 🍖 – Quick & delicious! 😋

The air fryer will deliver the perfect result: crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside sausages in just 10 minutes. Read on to learn my proven method of cooking sausages at 400°F (204°C).

How to Cook Sausages in an Air Fryer?

Step	Action
Preparation	Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C) for 5 minutes.
Piercing	Pierce the sausages a few times to prevent the casing from bursting.
Oiling	Spray the bottom of the basket with oil to prevent sticking.
Placement	Lay the sausages in a single layer, ensuring they don’t touch each other.
Cooking	Cook for 10 minutes, flipping the sausages halfway through.
Check	Check the sausages for doneness; continue cooking if necessary.
Serving	Serve hot with your favorite side dish.

If your sausages, like bratwursts or Italian sausages, are frozen, no need to thaw them — cook them straight from the freezer.

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Why Cook Sausages in an Air Fryer?

Let’s talk about why I love cooking sausages in an air fryer and why you’ll love it too.

• It’s super easy. You don’t even need to stand by the stove. Just place the sausages in the air fryer, and it does the work for you. You can easily multitask while cooking.
• Faster than the oven. Forget about those 25+ minutes spent baking sausages in the oven. The air fryer gets the job done in 10-15 minutes.
• No oil splatters. I’m not a fan of kitchen mess. Cooking in an air fryer means no oil splashes, and less clean-up afterward.
• Minimal odors. Say goodbye to lingering kitchen smells. The air fryer guarantees minimal odors and smoke, keeping your home fresh.
• Less fat. Enjoy your favorite sausages with less guilt. The fat drips to the bottom of the basket during frying, unlike grilling, where it stays on the sausages.
• Even cooking. No more sausages that are undercooked in some parts and burnt in others. The air fryer ensures even cooking on both sides.
• Unbeatable flavor. Crispy golden skin on the outside and juicy, tender meat inside — who could resist? It’s a true symphony of flavors that melts in your mouth.
• Your family will love it. Air-fried sausages aren’t just a recipe — they’re a family affair. They’re a hit for breakfast or dinner, even for the pickiest eaters in your household.

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What to Serve with Air Fryer Sausages?

Air-fried sausages are incredibly versatile and pair well with many dishes. Here are some serving ideas:

• With pasta: Add sausages to your favorite sauce, like marinara or pesto, and mix with pasta.
• Sandwiches: Use buns or hot dog rolls, adding grilled peppers and onions.
• Main dish: Serve alongside roasted vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, or potatoes.
• Keto-friendly option: Since sausages are typically low-carb, pair them with sides like cauliflower mash or roasted veggies.

Tip: Don’t hesitate to add spices to the sausages before cooking to enhance the flavor. Salt, black pepper, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning work well.

Storage Tips

• Leftover sausages: Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days. To reheat, use the air fryer.
• Freezing: If you want to freeze cooked sausages, let them cool completely. Then, place them in a container or freezer bag and store them for 2–3 months. Reheat straight from the freezer in the air fryer.

How to Reheat Sausages?

For an appetizing presentation, I usually slice the sausages into ¾-inch thick pieces. Then, I place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F (204°C) for 4–5 minutes. They’ll develop a nice golden color and become even more flavorful. If you’re reheating whole sausages, increase the cooking time to 7 minutes at the same temperature. This will help make the skin crispy without drying out the sausage inside.