Ingredients
Creating this delightful airfryer chicken sausage requires a few simple ingredients, each playing a vital role in recreating that cherished family recipe. You’ll need:
– Ground chicken: the heart of the sausage, offering a lean, protein-rich base.
– Fresh herbs: such as thyme and rosemary, which Mama Lou often picked fresh from her garden.
– Garlic powder and onion powder: for that extra depth of flavor, reminiscent of Mama Lou’s subtle yet impactful seasoning.
– Paprika: adds a touch of warmth and color, a favorite in many of our family dishes.
– Salt and pepper: essential for seasoning, used sparingly as Mama Lou always believed in enhancing natural flavors rather than overwhelming them.
– Olive oil spray: just a light mist to ensure the sausages crisp up beautifully in the airfryer.
These ingredients are a harmonious blend of tradition and simplicity, much like the meals Mama Lou used to prepare with whatever she had on hand, making each dish feel special and loved.
Instructions
Crafting this airfryer chicken sausage is a simple yet rewarding process. Here’s how you can bring a bit of my family’s kitchen into yours:
1. **Prepare the mixture**: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken with the herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix gently, just as Mama Lou taught me, to keep the texture light and airy.
2. **Shape the sausages**: Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them into sausages. As you form each one, remember to handle them with care, much like Mama Lou did, believing that food prepared with love tastes the best.
3. **Preheat the airfryer**: Set your airfryer to 375°F. This temperature ensures a perfectly cooked sausage with a golden, crispy exterior.
4. **Cook the sausages**: Lightly spray the airfryer basket with olive oil, place the sausages in a single layer, and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning them halfway through. The aroma that fills your kitchen will remind you of cozy mornings at Mama Lou’s, filled with laughter and love.
5. **Check for doneness**: Ensure the sausages are cooked through, with an internal temperature of 165°F. It’s the little details, like this, that Mama Lou always emphasized, ensuring each dish was not only delicious but safe to eat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International