These air fryer sausage kabobs are a symphony of flavors. Fantastic enjoyed on a warm summer's evening or as an appetizer for your favorite meal.
Using minimal ingredients means these air fryer sausage kabobs are simple to shop for and prepare! The sweetness of the peppers and zucchini and the tanginess of the onion complement the bold, smoky flavors of the sausage, creating a sensational taste.
Smoked sausage kabobs are even more delicious when made in the air fryer rather than the grill because the air fryer cooks more quickly and evenly. In just ten minutes, you will have a plate filled with succulent kabobs, cooked to perfection all the way through and nicely browned on the outside.
Before cooking, gently season the meat and vegetables with parsley, oregano, paprika, and garlic. This simple yet effective mixture takes your sausage kabobs or kebabs to the next level!
Ingredients you’ll need to make kabobs.
**Find the full list of ingredients along with the recipe instructions at the end of this post**
Smoked sausage. Look for plump sausages with good color to get the best out of your sausage skewers!
Red and green bell peppers. Red bell peppers have a slightly sweeter flavor, and green bell peppers often have more crunch, complementing each other and the sausage perfectly. They’re also an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin A, and fiber!
Zucchini. When fried, the humble zucchini becomes incredibly juicy, which is why zucchini on kabobs is such a winning combination!
Red onion. Onion adds a delicious tangy flavor to your kabobs. Red onions are slightly sweeter, but if you want a more intense flavor, white onions work well too.
Olive oil. Olive oil has a high smoke point which makes it great for air frying, and it also has a delicious flavor that goes exceptionally well with oregano.
Parsley, oregano, paprika, garlic powder. An earthy, sweet, and smoky combination highlights the notes of the sausage and vegetables. You can try adding a little cayenne or chili if you want some spice.
Tools used to make the recipe.
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How to make sausage kabobs in air fryer?
First, in a large bowl, add the cut sausage, bell peppers, onion, zucchini, olive oil, parsley, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Toss to combine.
Next, thread the sausage and vegetables on the skewers. Place the sausage kabobs in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook to 350ºF for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through or until the vegetables are tender.
Finally, remove from the basket and repeat with the remaining skewers. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe tips
- Always soak wooden kebab skewers in water for at least 20 minutes before using them. Soaking prevents the skewers from burning in the air fryer.
- Ensure that the zucchini and bell pepper pieces are thick enough not to burn but not so thick that they don’t cook! Pieces around an inch work well.
How long to cook smoked sausage kabobs in air fryer
It only takes 8-10 minutes at 350°F to cook these delicious sausage kebabs in the air fryer, so it’s much quicker than on the grill!
What to serve with sausage kabobs?
Sausage skewers appetizers are the perfect way to start a long summer evening in the garden. So why not try them with corn on the cob, massaged kale and apple salad, and cooked quinoa for a healthy dinner packed with flavor.
How to store sausage skewers
Make these grilled zucchini and sausage skewers ahead of time, and you can keep them in the fridge for 1-2 days before cooking.
If you have leftover cooked skewers, they will keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To freeze leftovers, take the meat and veggies off the skewers, lay them out on a baking sheet, and freeze them for 6 hours before transferring them to a ZipTop bag. They will keep in the freezer for 2-3 months.
How to reheat sausage kabobs
The best way to reheat smoked sausage kabobs is in the air fryer! Simply preheat to 350°F and heat for 3-4 minutes, turning once halfway through. If your kabobs are frozen, increase the cooking time by 5-10 minutes.
In the oven, low and slow is the key. First, heat to 300°F and keep the kabobs covered so they don’t dry out, and then heat them for around 20 minutes. Ensure that they are hot all the way through before serving. You will need to defrost frozen kabobs before reheating.
FAQ’S
You can use either wooden or stainless steel skewers in the air fryer.
If you choose to use wooden skewers, make sure you choose natural wooden BBQ skewers from renewable sources so that you aren’t creating unnecessary waste.
For stainless steel skewers, you have a couple of options. This skewer rack for the air fryer is brilliant because it lifts the kabobs and allows the air to flow around them, cooking more evenly. Alternatively, you can use these stainless steel skewers interchangeably between the grill and the air fryer.
For at least 20 minutes, and if possible, longer than that. Soaking the skewers before assembling your sausage and zucchini kabobs means they won’t burn in the air fryer.
Simply cut off both ends of the zucchini and cut them into slices around 1 inch thick. That’s it! Be sure to use a good sharp knife for preparing zucchini to ensure that you get even pieces.
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Air Fryer Sausage Kabobs Recipe
Ingredients
- 13 oz. smoked sausage, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- ½ large red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces,
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Tools
Instructions
- Add the cut sausage, bell peppers, onion, zucchini, olive oil, parsley, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste in a large bowl. Toss to combine.
- Thread the sausage and vegetables on the skewers. Place the sausage kabobs in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook to 350ºF for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through or until the vegetables are tender.
- Remove from the basket and repeat with the remaining skewers. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Always soak wooden kebab skewers in water for at least 20 minutes before using them. Soaking prevents the skewers from burning in the air fryer.
- Ensure that the zucchini and bell pepper pieces are thick enough not to burn but not so thick that they don’t cook! Pieces around an inch work well.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 626Total Fat: 50gSaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 30gCholesterol: 97mgSodium: 1303mgCarbohydrates: 20gFiber: 3gSugar: 7gProtein: 25g
Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is calculated using a nutrition facts calculator. It is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on products used. When the recipe list salt to taste the amount of salt is not calculated, only the sodium in the other ingredients is calculated.