Description
Cooking breakfast sausage links in an air fryer is quick, mess-free, and ensures evenly cooked, golden sausages. Perfect as a breakfast side dish, these sausages are flavorful and juicy with minimal effort.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 8-10 breakfast sausage links (pork, chicken, or turkey)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange Sausage Links: Place the sausage links in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Ensure they do not touch for even cooking.
- Cook: Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until fully cooked and golden brown. For larger sausages, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes if necessary.
- Check Doneness: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for pork or chicken sausages and 165°F (74°C) for turkey sausages.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve hot alongside eggs, toast, or pancakes.
Preparation Time
- Prep Time: 1 minute
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Total Time: 9-11 minutes
Nutritional Information (Per Sausage Link)
- Calories: 80-100 (depending on type)
- Protein: 5-7g
- Fat: 6-8g
- Carbohydrates: 0-2g
- Sodium: 250-300mg
Notes
- Crispiness Option: For crispier sausages, cook for an extra 1-2 minutes.
- Make Ahead: Sausages can be cooked ahead of time and reheated in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair with fresh fruit or avocado for a balanced breakfast.
Enjoy your flavorful and perfectly cooked Breakfast Sausage Links made effortlessly in the air fryer! 😊