Sausage and Pepper Hero
These air-fryer sausage and pepper heroes combine Italian sausage, caramelized onions, and roasted bell peppers on a soft hero roll—a complete one-pan meal that cooks in under 25 minutes.
These air-fryer sausage and pepper heroes combine Italian sausage, caramelized onions, and roasted bell peppers on a soft hero roll—a complete one-pan meal that cooks in under 25 minutes.
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Place the sausage links in a parchment-lined air fryer basket or tray.
Top the sausages with the sliced onion.
Add the frozen sliced bell peppers over the onions and sausage.
Drizzle Worcestershire sauce over the peppers and onions.
Drizzle ketchup over everything for a bit of sweetness.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Finish with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
Cook in the air fryer for 25 minutes until the sausages are cooked through and the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
Slice the hero rolls open, being careful not to cut all the way through.
Place one cooked sausage link into each roll.
Top the sausage with a generous amount of the cooked peppers and onions.
Serve immediately.
Store cooled filling in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a skillet or microwave before serving on warm rolls.
air fryer
Yes. Cook the sausage and vegetables in a skillet over medium-high heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is browned and peppers are tender.
No. Frozen sliced peppers can go directly into the air fryer; they'll cook through evenly. Thawing is optional if you prefer less moisture.
The sausage should reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). Check with a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part, avoiding the filling.
Yes. Cook the sausage and peppers, let cool, and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave before assembling.
