Crispy Italian Sausage in the Air Fryer with Peppers & Onions (Easy 30-Minute Meal)
This quick and easy air fryer recipe delivers juicy, crispy Italian sausage with caramelized peppers and onions in under 30 minutes! Perfect for a weeknight dinner, sandwiches, or served over pasta.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 sweet bell peppers (red, orange, green, or yellow), seeded & sliced
- 2–3 stalks broccolini, cut into 1.5-inch pieces (or 1 extra sliced onion)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Large pinch of salt
- 1 lb sweet Italian sausage (chicken or pork)
- 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
- Optional: Sausage buns or orzo for serving
Instructions
- Prep Vegetables: In a large bowl, toss onions, peppers, and broccolini with olive oil and salt.
- Preheat Air Fryer: With the basket inserted, preheat to 375°F (190°C) for 2-3 minutes.
- Cook: Add vegetables to the basket, then layer sausages on top. Air fry for 20-22 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, until sausages are cooked through and veggies are tender.
- Finish: Drizzle with white wine vinegar, toss, and serve on buns, over orzo, or as desired.
Notes
- Preheat the air fryer for best results (ensures even cooking).
- Stir every 5 minutes to prevent burning and promote caramelization.
- Use any color bell peppers for a vibrant mix.
- Swap broccolini for extra onions or zucchini if preferred.
- Serve on buns, with orzo, or over rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Calories: 451 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 4g
- Fat: 39g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g