Air Fryer Sausage and Brussels Sprouts with Maple Mustard Vinaigrette

Name: Air Fryer Sausage and Brussels Sprouts with Maple Mustard Vinaigrette
Prep time: 5
Cook time: 15
Total time: 20
Yield: 1
Ingredients: package The Sausage Project Melty Cheddar Chicken Sausage, sliced on the bias, 1-inch thick; Brussels sprouts, ends trimmed and halved; small red onion (or ½ large red onion), sliced; olive oil; kosher salt; freshly ground black pepper; olive oil; sherry vinegar; whole grain Dijon mustard; real maple syrup; kosher salt; reshly ground black pepper; finely chopped parsley

Prep Time: 5 min | Cook Time: 15 min | Servings: 1

They say cabbage is having a moment. But you know what’s always in style? Brussels sprouts. Cabbage’s smaller, slightly more sophisticated cousin has quietly gone from the bane of picky eaters to a weeknight hero, thanks to its versatility and how easy it is to cook—especially in the age of the air fryer, which seems to have unlocked the full potential of these little sprouts while cutting the time and effort way down.

Naturally, Brussels sprouts pair perfectly with Melty Cheddar Chicken Sausage, and this recipe brings the two together in a meal that’s fast enough for a weeknight but still feels like you put in the work. The air fryer handles the heavy lifting, leaving you just enough time to whisk together a quick maple mustard vinaigrette before everything hits the bowl. Can cabbage do that? Maybe. But not nearly this deliciously.

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A bowl of air-fried chicken sausage and brussels sprouts.

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Ingredients

Sausages and Brussels Sprouts

1 package The Sausage Project Melty Cheddar Chicken Sausage, sliced on the bias, 1-inch thick

1 pound Brussels sprouts, ends trimmed and halved

1 small red onion (or ½ large red onion), sliced

2 tablespoons olive oil

½ teaspoon kosher salt

¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Maple Mustard Vinaigrette

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon sherry vinegar

1 tablespoon whole grain Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon real maple syrup

¼ teaspoon kosher salt

¼ teaspoon reshly ground black pepper

1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley

Instructions

Prep Time: 5 min | Cook Time: 15 min | Servings: 1

Heat the air fryer to 425°F for 5 minutes. While it heats, place the Brussels sprouts, sausage, onion, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Toss until everything is evenly coated.

Transfer the sausage and vegetable mixture to the air fryer basket and cook for 12–15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking, until the Brussels sprouts are tender and the sausage and onions are crisp at the edges.

Meanwhile, make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, maple syrup, salt, and pepper until emulsified. Taste and season with more salt and pepper if desired.

Transfer the air-fried sausage and vegetables to a serving bowl. Drizzle with the vinaigrette and toss to coat. Finish with chopped parsley before serving.