Imagine sinking your teeth into a mouth-watering sausage that's perfectly crisp on the outside and juicy on the inside - without the hassle of traditional cooking methods! Our air fryer frozen sausage recipe is about to revolutionize your breakfast, lunch, or dinner game. Whether you're a busy home cook, a meal prep enthusiast, or simply craving a quick and delicious protein, this foolproof method will have you creating restaurant-quality sausages in minutes right from your frozen stash.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen sausage links
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Remove the frozen sausage links from the packaging and pat them dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
- Lightly brush the sausage links with olive oil, ensuring an even coating to help promote crispy browning and prevent sticking.
- Sprinkle black pepper evenly over the sausage links, coating them thoroughly for added flavor.
- Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (182°C). This temperature ensures even cooking and helps create a crispy exterior.
- Arrange the frozen sausage links in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overcrowded to allow proper air circulation.
- Cook the sausages for 12-15 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning on all sides.
- Check the internal temperature of the sausages using a meat thermometer. They should reach 160°F (71°C) for safe consumption.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the sausages from the air fryer and let them rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Serve hot and enjoy with your favorite sides or condiments.
Tips
- Always pat your frozen sausages dry before cooking to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent excess moisture.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket - give your sausages space to breathe and cook evenly. This ensures a crisp, golden-brown exterior.
- Turning the sausages halfway through cooking is crucial for uniform browning and even heat distribution.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee food safety. Sausages must reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
- Let the sausages rest for 2-3 minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum flavor and tenderness.
- Experiment with different seasoning blends beyond black pepper - try herbs, garlic powder, or smoked paprika for variety.
- If your sausages are stuck together when frozen, gently separate them before air frying to ensure individual cooking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
