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15-Minute Air Fryer Breakfast Sausages served on a plate
Sophia James

15-Minute Air Fryer Breakfast Sausages

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These 15-Minute Air Fryer Breakfast Sausages are quick, juicy, and full of classic flavor. Perfect for busy mornings or lazy weekends, they're ready in no time with minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Main
Cuisine: Air Fryer, American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)
  • 1 tsp dried sage
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • optional crushed red pepper flakes

Equipment

  • air fryer Cooks sausages evenly with less grease.
  • mixing bowl Used to combine sausage and seasonings.
  • meat thermometer Ensure internal temperature reaches 160°F.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix ground sausage with sage, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
  3. Divide the mixture into small patties or links based on your preference.
  4. Place sausage pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each.
  5. Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until they reach 160°F (70°C) internally.
  6. Check doneness with a meat thermometer and adjust time if needed.
  7. Remove and serve hot with your favorite breakfast sides.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 14gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 210mgVitamin A: 20IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a leaner option, use ground turkey or chicken. You can also prep the sausage mix a day ahead and air fry fresh in the morning.

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