Description
Air Fryer Chicken Sausage and Veggies is a quick, nutritious, and flavorful dinner recipe perfect for busy nights. Packed with lean protein and fiber-rich vegetables, this healthy meal comes together in just 20 minutes with minimal cleanup. Ideal for meal prep or an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
For the Sausage and Veggies: 4 chicken sausages, cut into bite-sized pieces 2 bell peppers, sliced into strips 1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons 1 red onion, sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional) Salt and pepper, to taste For the Dipping Sauce (Optional): 1/2 cup tzatziki or ranch dressing
Instructions
1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes. 2. Cut chicken sausages into bite-sized pieces. Slice bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion. 3. In a bowl, toss veggies with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning (if using), salt, and pepper. 4. Arrange seasoned veggies and sausage in air fryer basket in an even layer. 5. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until sausage is golden and veggies are tender. 6. Serve immediately with optional dipping sauce if desired.
Notes
• Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking. • Cut all sausage and veggies to uniform size for best results. • Customize with your favorite vegetables like broccoli, mushrooms, or asparagus. • Make a spicy version by adding crushed red pepper or sliced jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Air Fryer Sausage and Veggies, Healthy Air Fryer Dinner, Chicken Sausage Recipes, Easy Meal Prep, Quick Healthy Dinner