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Air Fryer Italian Sausage

Published: May 18, 2023 · Modified: Jun 12, 2023 by Isabel Laessig

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Ready in under 10 minutes, my Air Fryer Italian Sausage recipe is a quick and easy way to spice up lunch or dinner! Italian sausage in the air fryer is crispy and golden brown on the outside, and perfectly tender and juicy on the inside. Serve it with sauteed peppers and onions, and enjoy!

air fryer italian sausage sliced on a plate with onions and peppers
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Italian Sausage in Air Fryer

When I think of quick and easy meals, sausage is one of the first things to come to my mind. I grew up eating all types of meals using sausage, and whenever I needed to whip up something fast but still filling and delicious for my kids on a busy weeknight, you can bet sausage of some kind was on the menu.

One of their favorites (and mine, too!) is Italian pork sausage, cooked until crisp on the outside but juicy on the inside, and served with sauteed peppers and onions. It's a simple but tasty and filling meal you can serve for lunch, dinner, or even breakfast.

Not only is Italian sausage in the air fryer always crisp and juicy, it's also super convenient and done quickly. Add it to the air fryer, set it to cook, and it's ready in just 9 minutes total. Dinner doesn't get much easier than that!

With so many different ways to serve air fried Italian sausage, you might find it hard to choose. My family's favorite pairings are serving them with sauteed peppers and onions, sliced with pasta or Portuguese rice, or simply on a bun with ketchup and mustard. The possibilities are endless, and the results are always delicious!

air fryer Italian sausage on a plate with sautéed peppers

Air Fryer Italian Sausage Ingredients

  • Italian Sausage
italian sausage ingredients

How to Cook Italian Sausage in Air Fryer

  1. Preheat air fryer to 390℉. Once heated, place your Italian sausage in the basket or tray. Pierce each sausage with a fork to prevent them from bursting.italian sausage in an air fryer basket
  2. Air fry for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through. After 8 minutes, remove sausage from the air fryer. italian sausage in air fryer basket cooked
  3. Serve immediately and enjoy!italian sausage on a white plate

Storing Leftover Italian Sausage

It's so easy to store and enjoy your leftover Italian sausage! Wrap them up in foil, and place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Or, freeze for 1-2 months. Thaw any frozen sausage links in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

Enjoy your leftover sausage cold or reheat them in the air fryer, microwave, or in a pan on the stove-top. Personally, I love reheating them in the air fryer for just a few minutes to get warm.

Italian Sausage Recipe Tips

  • Pierce the sausages: Use a fork to pierce each sausage before placing them in the air fryer. This prevents the sausages from bursting.
  • Don't overcrowd: Make sure to not overcrowd your air fryer when cooking Italian sausage. Place your sausages in an even layer with a bit of space between them.
  • Use a thermometer: Check the internal temperature of your Italian sausages and make sure they reach 160℉, in the center of the sausage.
  • Start with a clean air fryer: Sausages have a high fat content like bacon, and will dip during cooking. Make sure the drip tray inside your air fryer is completely clean.

Air Fry Italian Sausage Recipe FAQs

How do you keep sausages from bursting in an air fryer?

To keep sausages from bursting, pierce them with a fork before cooking them. Use a fork to prick each sausage a few times on each side. This will allow any steam to escape from the sausage.

How long do you cook sausages in an air fryer?

The cooking time for Italian sausages in an air fryer is about 8 minutes, flipping them halfway though the cooking time. It's important to use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperate of your sausages reaches 160℉.

Recipes with Sausage

  • Stuffed Squash Recipe
  • Spaghetti with Sausage
  • Kielbasa and Potatoes
  • Italian Sausage Lasagna
  • Sausage Baked Ziti

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Air Fryer Italian Sausage

Air Fryer Italian Sausage is ready in under 10 minutes and is so delicious! Air frying Italian sausage results in a crispy, golden brown outside and juicy, tender inside. 
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Prep Time 1 minute min
Cook Time 8 minutes mins
Total Time 9 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 5 servings
Calories 388 kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 5 Italian sausages mild, or your preference

Instructions
 

  • Preheat air fryer to 390℉. Once heated, place your Italian sausage into the air fryer basket. Prick your sausages with a fork to prevent from bursting.
    5 Italian sausages
    italian sausage in an air fryer basket
  • Air fry for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through. After 8 minutes, remove sausage from the air fryer.
    italian sausage in air fryer basket cooked
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!
    italian sausage on a white plate

Notes

  • Prick your sausage: Use a fork and prick your sausage before placing them in the air fryer. This prevents the sausages from bursting.
  • Don't overcrowd: Make sure to not overcrowd your air fryer when cooking Italian sausage. Place your sausages in an even layer with a bit of space between them.
  • Use a thermometer: Check the internal temperature of your Italian sausages and make sure they reach 160℉, in the center of the sausage.
  • Start with a clean air fryer: Sausages have a high fat content like bacon, and will dip during cooking. Make sure the drip tray inside your air fryer is completely clean.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 388kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 16gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 819mgPotassium: 283mgVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
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