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Air Fryer Sausage and Veggies

Name: Air Fryer Sausage and Veggies
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 pound sausage (cut-up); 1 large bell pepper (diced); 1 large Zucchini (diced); 1 large Red onion (diced); 1 cup Cherry tomatoes; 2 tablespoons Olive oil; 1 teaspoon Garlic powder; 1 teaspoon Dried oregano; 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt; 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper

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Enjoy a quick and delicious meal with Air Fryer Sausage and Veggies! This simple recipe combines savory sausages with your favorite fresh vegetables, all cooked to perfection in the air fryer for a flavorful, healthy dinner. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ideal dish for busy weeknights or a weekend family feast.

Close-up view of perfectly cooked sausage and veggies from the air fryer.

This quick and easy air fryer sausage and veggies recipe is the ideal lazy-day meal, ready in just minutes. Packed with protein and vibrant vegetables, you can whip it up in minutes! It’s a deliciously healthy option for lunch or dinner any day of the week!

If you love easy air fryer meals, try my recipe for Air Fryer Kielbasa and Potatoes, Air Fryer Greek Chicken Kebabs, or Keto Air Fryer Chicken Caprese Foil Packets.

Whether you make an air fryer chicken sausage and veggies meal, or air fryer pork sausage and veggies meal, this is a great weeknight option, the whole family will love.

Why You Will Love This Recipe!

Quick and Easy Preparation: This recipe takes just 10 minutes to make, making it perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
Flavorful Results: The air fryer ensures that your sausage and veggies are cooked to perfection, delivering delicious, crispy textures.
Versatile Meal: You can easily customize this dish with your favorite vegetables and seasonings to suit your taste preferences.
Minimal Cleanup: With just one appliance to clean, this recipe makes cooking and cleanup a breeze.
Great for Meal Prep: It’s an ideal dish for meal prep, providing healthy leftovers for lunch or dinner throughout the week.

Ingredients Needed

Ingredients for Air Fryer Sausage and Veggies: "Ingredients laid out for making air fryer sausage and veggies.

Sausages: Use Italian chicken sausage, or pork sausages. While, I used precooked sausage, any sausage will work.
Bell Peppers: A great way to use color to the dinner table.
Zucchini: You can also use summer squash.
Red Onion: For tanginess and vibrant color, other options are sweet onions, or regular onions.
Cherry Tomatoes: Perfect for freshness and flavor.
Olive Oil: Or use grapeseed oil, or avocado oil.
Spices: Garlic Powder, Dried Oregano, Kosher Salt, Black Pepper, and Parsley.

How To Make Sausage and Vegetables In Air Fryer

Image of sliced chicken sausage on a cutting board: "Sliced chicken sausage ready for cooking in the air fryer.

Step One: Set your air fryer to the air fryer temperature to 375 degrees F (190°C), and preheat it for a few minutes. Wash and chop the veggies into bite-sized pieces. If using uncooked sausages, you can leave them whole or chop them into chunks.

Step Two: Tear off a piece of aluminum foil large enough to hold the sausage and vegetable mixture. Place the sausages and veggies in the center of the foil. Drizzle olive oil over the sausages and veggies, then sprinkle with garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together to coat evenly.

Image of ingredients being seasoned: "Seasoning chicken sausage and vegetables with herbs and spices.

Step Three: Fold the sides of the foil over the sausages and veggies to create a packet. Ensure it’s tightly sealed to prevent any steam from escaping during cooking.

Step Four: Carefully place the foil packet in the air fryer basket, ensuring it’s not too tightly packed and has enough space for air circulation. Cook the sausage and veggies in the air fryer at 375 degrees F (190°C) with set cook time for 15-20 minutes. Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of the sausages and the density of the vegetables.

Image of the air fryer basket filled with sausage and veggies: "Air fryer basket loaded with seasoned sausage and colorful vegetables.

Step Five: Open the foil packet carefully to check if the sausages are fully cooked (reaching an internal temperature of 165°F/74°C), and the vegetables are tender.

Image of the finished dish on a plate: Plate of golden brown air fryer sausage and veggies, garnished and ready to serve.

Pro Tips

Choose the Right Sausages: Use cooked or partially cooked sausages to ensure they cook properly in the air fryer.
Cut Veggies Evenly: Cut the veggies into similar-sized pieces to ensure they cook evenly and are done simultaneously.
Season Well: Don’t be afraid to generously season the sausages and veggies with your favorite herbs and spices.
Use Heavy-Duty Foil: This will ensure the steam stays inside the packet and cooks the ingredients thoroughly.
Don’t Overcrowd: Avoid overstuffing the foil packet or overcrowding the air fryer basket.
Check for Doneness: Open the foil packet carefully to check the doneness of the sausages and veggies.
Experiment with Flavors: Feel free to get creative with your seasonings and veggies.

Air Fryer Sausage and Veggies Cooking in Basket: "Sausage and colorful vegetables in an air fryer basket.

Make Ahead

To prepare this recipe in advance, chop and season the veggies and sausage, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. When you’re ready to cook, simply give everything a quick stir and place it in the air fryer according to the recipe instructions.

Serving Suggestions

Serve chicken sausage and veggies meal over rice, or serve with your favorite sauce, such as Copycat Recipe Trader Joe’s Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce, Fireball BBQ Sauce, or Whiskey peach BBQ sauce.

Or serve over Air Fryer Mashed Potatoes, Air Fryer Funeral Potatoes or Air Fryer Stuffed Mini Peppers.

Storing and Reheating Tips

To Store: Let the dish cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container, where it can be refrigerated for up to three days

To Reheat: When you’re ready to enjoy leftovers, reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for about 5–7 minutes, or until warmed through.

Great for Meal Prep: It’s an ideal dish for meal prep, providing healthy leftovers for lunch or dinner throughout the week.

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