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I’ve lost track of how many times I’ve made these air fryer sausage links, and they come out perfectly every single time. The air fryer gives them a golden, crispy outside while keeping the inside tender and juicy. It’s the kind of recipe that takes all the guesswork out of breakfast.
“Breakfast is better when the air fryer does the work for you.”
-Becky
What makes them even better is how fast they cook in the air fryer. In just a few minutes, you can have a hot crispy sausage link ready to serve without having to stand over a skillet. Whether you’re starting with fresh or frozen sausage links, the air fryer does the work for you so you can enjoy breakfast with less clean up and more flavor.
If you love easy air fryer breakfast recipes, you might also enjoy Air Fryer Bacon, Air Fryer French Toast Sticks, or Air Fryer Hash Browns. Or for more protein, try these easy Air Fryer Egg Bites, or Air Fryer Poached Eggs.
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Ingredients You Will Need
- Sausage links – Use breakfast sausage links (pork, chicken, or turkey). You can cook fresh, frozen, or pre-cooked links in the air fryer.
A full list of ingredients is included in the recipe card below.
How to Cook Sausage Links in the Air Fryer
- Preheat the air fryer to 370 degrees F (188 degrees C) for 3–5 minutes. Place sausage links in a single layer in the basket. Make sure they aren’t overlapping or touching.
- Air fry for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking, until sausages reach an internal temperature of 160 degrees F (71 degrees C). Remove and let rest for 1–2 minutes before serving.
Expert Tips
- No oil needed: Sausages release natural fat, so there’s no need to spray the basket.
- Prevent bursting: For thicker sausages, lightly pierce the casing with a fork before air frying to avoid splitting.
- Frozen sausages: Add 2–3 extra minutes of cook time, shaking halfway through to prevent sticking.
- Avoid smoke: Clean the basket after greasy batches, or place a piece of bread or a splash of water in the drip tray to catch excess grease.
Serving Ideas
- Serve with these Air Fryer Scrambled Eggs, Air Fryer Pancakes, or Air Fryer Waffles, for a classic breakfast.
- Pair with crispy Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes or Air Fryer hash Browns for a hearty weekend brunch.
- Cook alongside Air Fryer Bell Peppers and Onions for a quick sausage and peppers dinner.
Air Fryer Sausage Links FAQs
Yes, you can cook sausage links straight from the freezer. Just add 2–3 minutes to the cooking time and shake halfway through to prevent sticking.
Air fryer sausage links should reach an internal temperature of 160degrees F (71 degrees C) to be safe to eat.
Yes, flipping halfway ensures even browning and crispness on all sides.
Yes, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350 degrees F for 2–4 minutes until warmed through.
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Air Fryer Sausage Links
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 pound sausage links
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 370 degrees Fahrenheit .
- Remove sausage links from packaging and break apart.
- Place the links in the air fryer basket, in a single layer, without stacking or overlapping.
- Air fry at 370 degrees F for 12-15 minutes, depending on preferred crispness. Flip sausages halfway through air frying time. Allow a few extra minutes if you have thicker sausage links, or if you are placing more than one package in the basket.
Notes
- No oil needed: Sausages release natural fat, so there’s no need to spray the basket.
- Prevent bursting: For thicker sausages, lightly pierce the casing with a fork before air frying to avoid splitting.
- Frozen sausages: Add 2–3 extra minutes of cook time, shaking halfway through to prevent sticking.
- Avoid smoke: Clean the basket after greasy batches, or place a piece of bread or a splash of water in the drip tray to catch excess grease.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Cosori air fryers were recalled in February 2023.
Yes, and replacements are sent out if you do the recall. ๐