Air Fryer Sausage and Veggies Recipe
This Air Fryer Sausage and Veggies recipe offers a quick, flavorful, and healthy meal option combining tender chicken sausage with perfectly cooked bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini. Seasoned with Old Bay and garlic powder, the air fryer crisps the veggies while keeping them juicy and the sausage cooked through for a satisfying, easy-to-make dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large orange bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium zucchini, cut into slightly larger 1¼-inch pieces
Seasoning and Oil
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Protein
- 1 package (12 ounces) chicken sausage, sliced into thin rounds
To Serve
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Season the vegetables: Add the bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini pieces to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with avocado oil, then sprinkle Old Bay seasoning and garlic powder evenly over the vegetables. Toss thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly. (Note: Cutting the zucchini slightly larger helps prevent overcooking in the air fryer.)
- Add the sausage: Slice the chicken sausage into thin rounds and add them to the bowl with the vegetables. Gently toss until the sausage and vegetables are well combined.
- Air fry: Preheat the air fryer to 390°F if needed. Place the sausage and vegetable mixture in an even layer inside the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 9 to 11 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned and the sausage is fully heated.
- Finish and serve: Transfer the cooked sausage and vegetables to a serving dish. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and serve warm with additional lemon wedges if desired.
- Enjoy: This dish is delicious served on its own, over rice or cauliflower rice, or tucked inside warm tortillas for a quick sausage and veggie taco meal.
Notes
- Cutting the zucchini slightly larger than the other vegetables helps it retain texture and prevents overcooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed for even cooking.
- Use lemon wedges to add a fresh, bright acidity just before serving.
- Serve with rice, cauliflower rice, or tortillas for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the air fryer for best texture.
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