Air Fryer Chicken Sausages
These air fryer chicken sausages are done in 10 minutes — crispy outside, juicy inside. After testing every method and a dozen brands, this is the only guide you need for precooked, frozen, and uncooked sausages.
Ingredients
- 4 - 6 chicken sausage links or patties, precooked or uncooked (any flavor)
- Avocado oil or olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 360°F.
- Arrange sausages in a single layer in the basket — do not overlap. For uncooked sausages, poke 3–4 small holes with a sharp knife before placing in the basket.
- Spray lightly with avocado or olive oil cooking spray.
- Cook (precooked): Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until browned and slightly crisp. Check at 6 minutes as air fryers vary.
- Cook (uncooked): Air fry for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Cook (frozen): Air fry for 10–13 minutes, flipping halfway, until internal temperature reaches 165°F. No thawing needed.
- Rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Temperature: Always cook at 360°F — higher temperatures cause the casing to split before the inside heats through.
Internal temperature: Always verify sausages reach 165°F internally regardless of type or brand. A meat thermometer is the most reliable way to check.
Precooked vs. uncooked: Most store-bought chicken sausages (Bilinski's, Applegate, Trader Joe's, Amylu) are precooked. Check your package label if unsure.
Uncooked sausages: Always poke 3–4 small holes with a sharp knife before air frying to prevent bursting.
Frozen sausages: No thawing needed. Simply add 2–3 extra minutes to the cook time.
Oil: A light spray of avocado or olive oil is the difference between a sausage that steams and one that gets genuinely crispy.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Reheating: Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–5 minutes. Avoid the microwave — it kills the crispy exterior.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 link | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 470mg | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Iron: 1mg
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