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Air Fryer Sausage & Loaded Broccoli Bowl

Air Fryer Sausage & Loaded Broccoli Bowl
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A quick, flavorful, and nutritious Air Fryer Sausage & Loaded Broccoli Bowl featuring juicy, browned Italian sausage paired with crisp-tender broccoli, seasoned with smoky spices and topped with melty cheddar cheese. Perfect for a healthy, balanced meal ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Protein

  • Italian Sausage – 12 oz (fresh or pre-cooked)

Vegetables

  • Fresh Broccoli Florets – 4 cups

Seasonings

  • Olive Oil – 1 tbsp
  • Garlic Powder – 1 tsp
  • Smoked Paprika – 1 tsp
  • Salt – ½ tsp
  • Black Pepper – ¼ tsp
  • Red Pepper Flakes (Optional) – ¼ tsp or to taste

Cheese

  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese – ¾ cup

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Broccoli: Wash and cut broccoli into evenly sized florets. Toss them in a bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to enhance natural sweetness and add a smoky, savory flavor.
  2. Air Fry the Broccoli: Place seasoned broccoli in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 400°F and cook for about 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even browning and crisp edges.
  3. Cook the Sausage: Slice or chop sausage into bite-sized pieces. Add to air fryer basket and cook alongside broccoli or separately at 380°F for 8-10 minutes until browned and fully cooked (internal temperature 160°F for pork sausage).
  4. Assemble and Add Cheese: Combine cooked broccoli and sausage in an oven-safe bowl or plate. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and air fry for 2-3 minutes at 350°F until cheese melts perfectly.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the bowl warm, optionally garnished with fresh herbs, a squeeze of lemon juice, or extra red pepper flakes for a flavorful, satisfying meal.

Notes

  • Keep broccoli florets evenly sized for uniform cooking.
  • Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary to ensure crispness.
  • Preheat the air fryer for best crisping results.
  • Use a meat thermometer to confirm sausage is cooked through (160°F for pork, 165°F for chicken/turkey).
  • Add cheese only at the end to avoid burning and ensure it melts nicely.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F for 5-7 minutes or warm in the microwave with a damp paper towel.

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Keywords: air fryer, sausage, broccoli, quick meal, healthy, gluten free, cheese, dinner, lunch

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