Why is my breakfast sausage dry?

Oftentimes sausage becomes dry when an extremely lean meat is used. Try using a slightly fattier cut to increase the moisture content and prevent them from drying out. Also, be sure to break up the meat well as it will weave the fat into the other ingredients.

Why are my sausage patties falling apart?

The most common reason these sausage patties fall apart is that they have been overcooked. This causes the fat to dry out, and there is nothing left to hold the patties together. So, be sure to keep a close eye on your patties as they cook!

Can I cook air fryer breakfast patties in a skillet?

I haven’t tried this recipe in the skillet, but I imagine it should work! Just be sure to keep the temperature on medium heat, and flip the patties over once browned on one side to ensure they cook all the way through. Also, be sure not to press the patties down with your spatula! Doing so will push out the juices from the meat, creating dry patties.

Air Fryer Breakfast Sausage

Name: Air Fryer Breakfast Sausage Recipe (Gluten-Free)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground pork, chicken, turkey (90-93% lean); 3 teaspoons minced garlic or 2 garlic cloves, minced.; ½ to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper chili flakes (to taste); 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme); 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1/4 teaspoon or to taste kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoons or to taste black pepper; Optional: 2 sage leaves, chopped; 2 teaspoons maple syrup or raw honey syrup

Description

This Air Fryer Breakfast Sausage recipe is ready in less than 20 minutes for an gluten-free breakfast recipe perfect for meal prep. Oven option. See notes for AIP substitutes.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 pounds ground pork, chicken, turkey (90-93% lean)
3 teaspoons minced garlic or 2 garlic cloves, minced.
1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper chili flakes (to taste)
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon or to taste kosher salt
1/4 teaspoons or to taste black pepper
Optional: 2 sage leaves, chopped
2 teaspoons maple syrup or raw honey syrup

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the ground meat and herbs and spices (garlic, chili flakes, thyme, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt and pepper, and sage leaves), and sugar. Using two hands, mix the ingredients together until they are well-blended.
Shape the sausage mixtures into patties about 3 to 3 1/2 inches wide and 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick.*
Place the formed patties on a baking tray lined with parchment paper to keep them from sticking.
Spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil. Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Once preheated, place 4-5 patties in the air fryer.
Air fry the sausage patties 12-15 minutes on manual, flipping halfway through cooking. Check for doneness at 10-12 minutes. (*See notes)
Remove the sausage patties from the air fryer, place them on a clean plate, and cover them to keep warm.
Repeat the steps above, air frying the remaining patties.
Serve with sauce of choice.

Notes

Note: Cooking times can vary depending on the type of air fryer and meat you use. If you’re air fryer doesn’t have a 375 degree Fahrenheit setting, use 370 degrees. Adjust the cooking time as needed, checking for doneness after 10 minutes.

Baking Option: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the sausage patties on a lined sheet pan, and bake them at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 -22 minutes, flipping halfway through. The internal temperature should reach somewhere between 155-165 degrees Fahrenheit. (Optional – Remove the parchment paper, and place the sausage patties back on the sheet pan. Turn the oven to broil, and broil the patties for 1 -2 minutes for extra crispy edges.)

AIP Substitute – Replace the red pepper, cayenne, and paprika with 1 -2 teaspoons of fresh horseradish or 1 teaspoon of liquid smoke. Also, be sure to use maple syrup or honey instead of raw sugar.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Air Fry
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sausage patty
Calories: 74
Sugar: 0.6g
Sodium: 73.7 mg
Fat: 4 g
Saturated Fat: 1.1 g
Carbohydrates: 1 g
Fiber: 0.1 g
Protein: 8.6 g
Cholesterol: 42 mg