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Air Fryer Italian Sausage and Veggie Skillet
This vibrant air fryer Italian sausage and veggie skillet is a complete, flavorful meal cooked quickly with minimal cleanup. It’s perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
Prep 15 min
Cook 20 min
Total 35 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Skillet
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or hot), cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the sausage pieces, bell pepper pieces, zucchini chunks, and red onion wedges.
- 2
Season
Drizzle the olive oil over the ingredients. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat everything evenly.
- 3
Air Fry - Stage 1 (Sausage)
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Add the sausage pieces to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway, until browned.
- 4
Air Fry - Stage 2 (Add Veggies)
Add the seasoned vegetables to the air fryer basket with the partially cooked sausage. Cook for another 10-12 minutes, shaking occasionally, until the vegetables are tender-crisp and slightly charred, and the sausage is fully cooked through.
- 5
Serve
Serve the Italian sausage and vegetable mixture hot. It can be served on its own, over rice, pasta, or in a hoagie roll.
Nutrition per serving: 480 cal · 25g protein · 20g carbs · 32g fat · 4g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
