Air Fryer Summer Chicken Sausages ☀️
A super quick and easy recipe for deliciously juicy and crispy chicken sausages, perfectly cooked in your air fryer. Ideal for a healthy summer meal!
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Tongs
- Meat Thermometer
Ingredients
- 4 raw chicken sausages (your favorite brand, like Italian or apple)
- Avocado oil spray (or a light cooking spray like olive oil)
- A pinch your favorite seasonings Optional (e.g., garlic powder, paprika, dried herbs)
Instructions
- Get your air fryer ready by preheating it to 375°F (190°C) for a few minutes. This helps ensure your sausages get wonderfully crispy.
- Take each chicken sausage and gently prick it a few times with a fork. This little trick helps excess moisture escape, preventing bursts and keeping them juicy.
- Lightly mist the sausages with avocado oil spray. This step is key for achieving that beautiful golden-brown, crispy skin and stopping them from sticking to the basket.
- Carefully place the chicken sausages in a single layer inside your air fryer basket. Make sure they have a little space between them so they can cook evenly and get perfectly crisp.
- Air fry for about 12-16 minutes. Keep in mind that cooking times can vary depending on the size of your sausages and your specific air fryer model.
- Halfway through the cooking time, use tongs to flip the sausages over. This ensures they brown evenly on all sides.
- Once they're done, carefully remove the perfectly cooked sausages from the air fryer. For food safety, always check with a meat thermometer to make sure they've reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve these deliciously juicy and crispy chicken sausages with your favorite light summer sides, like a fresh garden salad or some grilled veggies. Enjoy your quick, healthy, and easy meal!
Notes
Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for food safety. Pricking the sausages helps prevent bursting and keeps them juicy. Flipping them halfway through ensures even browning.
Nutrition Information (per sausage):
Calories: 179kcal
Fats: 11g
Protein: 18g
Total Carbs: Minimal
Calories: 179kcal
Fats: 11g
Protein: 18g
Total Carbs: Minimal
