30-Minute Air Fryer Sausage and Potatoes
Crispy halved potatoes and caramelized onions tossed with seasoning, then finished with sliced smoked sausage in the air fryer. This one-pan meal delivers savory, garlicky flavors with minimal hands-on time, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. The sausage adds smoky protein while the potatoes develop crispy edges from the hot circulating air.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs little potatoes, halved
- 1 small onion, cut into large chunks
- 2 Tbsp light olive oil or canola oilavocado oil or vegetable oil1:1cooking
similar smoke point
- 1 tsp seasoning saltkosher salt plus 0.5 tsp mixed herbs1.5:1flavor
homemade seasoning blend
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 16 oz package smoked sausage, sliced into one-inch pieces
- 1 tsp dried parsley(optional)
- honey mustard, ketchup, or barbecue sauce, for dipping(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Halve little potatoes and cut onion into large chunks.
- 2
Combine potatoes and onion in a gallon-size zip bag with oil, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Seal and shake until evenly coated.
- 3
Spray air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray.
- 4
Pour coated potatoes and onions into basket.
- 5
Cook at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- 6
Meanwhile, slice smoked sausage into one-inch pieces.
- 7
Add sausage to basket and cook for 5 minutes more.
- 8
Finish with dried parsley if desired. Serve with dipping sauces if using.
Tips
Shake potatoes halfway through cooking to ensure even browning and crisping on all sides.
Cut sausage while potatoes cook to save time; don't add until the 15-minute mark or it may dry out.
For extra crispy potatoes, increase initial cook time to 18 minutes before adding sausage.
Good to Know
Refrigerate cooked meal in airtight container up to 3 days. Reheat in air fryer at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes.
Prep potatoes and onions in the zip bag up to 4 hours ahead. Keep refrigerated until ready to cook.
Serve hot directly from air fryer with dipping sauces on the side. Pairs well with a green salad or coleslaw.
Common Mistakes
Don't skip the midway shake; stationary potatoes cook unevenly and won't crisp properly.
Don't add sausage at the start or it will overcook and dry out in the extended heat.
Don't crowd the basket; use a 6-quart fryer or larger to allow proper air circulation.
Substitutions
similar smoke point
homemade seasoning blend
FAQ
Can I use regular potatoes instead of little potatoes?
Yes, but cut them into half-inch cubes to match cooking time. Larger chunks will remain undercooked when sausage is added.
What if my air fryer is smaller than 6 quarts?
Reduce ingredient quantities by half or cook in two batches. Overcrowding prevents even crisping and proper air circulation.
How long can I keep leftovers?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes.