Italian sausage, also known as salsiccia, is a staple in Italian cuisine. It is typically made from ground pork, spices, and sometimes wine. The sausage is often grilled, baked, or pan-fried, but using an air fryer is a quick and easy alternative. Italian sausage can be served on its own, or used in a variety of dishes such as pasta, pizza, and sandwiches.
Air Fryer Italian Sausage
Course: MainCuisine: ItalianPrep time
5
minutesCooking time
12
minutesTotal time
17
minutesA flavorful and easy way to cook Italian sausage in an air fryer.
Ingredients
1 pound Italian sausage
Meat thermometer
Directions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Remove the Italian sausage from its casing and cut it into bite-sized pieces.
- Place the sausage pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook the sausage for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Check the internal temperature of the sausage with a meat thermometer. It should reach 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
- If the sausage is not fully cooked, continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Once fully cooked, remove the sausage from the air fryer and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to shake the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- You can use either fresh or frozen Italian sausage for this recipe.
- Adjust cooking time as needed depending on the size and thickness of the sausage pieces.
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