This air fryer bratwurst recipe will become your new favorite way to cook bratwurst!
You might want to pin this easy recipe for game day! It very much resembles grilled bratwurst, but with much less hassle. It is so juicy and perfectly cooked!
Note: This post may contain Amazon affiliate links. See my full affiliate disclosure policy here.
As far as cooking methods go, air frying can very much mimic a grilling-type texture. See also: air fryer chicken breast, air fryer pork chops, air fryer steak and air fryer burgers.
Much like grilling, air fryer cooks fast. For the above recipes you have to be somewhat careful not to overcook. However, brats are much more forgiving and less likely to dry out. That being said, I offer optimal cook times for the best juicy brats!
Air fryer brats are a great option for a quick meal on busy weeknights. You can eat them paired with a couple of simple sides. Or you can opt for eating them on a sandwich roll with your favorite toppings.
How to make air fryer bratwurst
First gather your ingredients.
Ingredients
For tastiest results, always use the best quality ingredients you have access to.
To make this air fryer bratwurst recipe, you will need:
- a package of brats – your favorite bratwurst, any type
Yep, that’s it! We like chicken or turkey bratwurst, but this recipe will work with any variety. Some examples – beer brats, Johnsonville brats, even Italian sausage can be cooked this way.
If you want to make a classic bratwurst on a hoagie, you can use some combination of the following:
- hoagie rolls, or even hot dog buns
- sauerkraut
- relish
- mustard
- ketchup
- any other favorite condiments
How to air fry bratwurst
Preheat the air fryer to 370 degrees F and spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to prevent sticking, if desired. Use a fork to pierce the brats.
Place the uncooked brats into the air fryer basket in a single layer.
What about cooking time for air fryer bratwursts? Cook it for 7-8 minutes. Then flip over the bratwursts, and cook it for another 5-6 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
This cook time could be adjusted to suit your own personal preference, of course. The timing recommend here yields a little browning on the outside, which we love.
Serve on a roll with toppings or plain with your favorite sides like roasted potatoes and green beans.
Storing leftover air fryer bratwurst
Store leftovers covered (such as in aluminum foil) or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
More recipes you may enjoy
If you like these air fryer bratwursts, you may also want to check out more of my recipes. If you want to serve these as a main dish with a couple simple sides, you may like:
- air fryer baked potatoes
- air fryer roasted potatoes
- oven roasted potatoes
- classic coleslaw
- Asian ramen slaw
- classic potato salad
- Instant Pot potato salad
- Greek potato salad
Also, be sure and check out my game day recipe roundup and my entire air fryer recipe collection.
Share this recipe
Did you try this recipe? Give it a star rating. Pin it and share it if it looks good to you. And be sure and stay connected on social media!
Instagram | Pinterest | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok
Be sure and check out all my favorite kitchen tools in my Amazon store (affiliate).
Air fryer bratwurst
This air fryer bratwurst recipe will become your new favorite way to cook bratwurst!
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken bratwurst turkey, or bratwurst of choice
- Toppings – ketchup, mustard, relish, Sauerkraut
- hoagie rolls or french rolls – optional for serving
Instructions
-
Preheat the air fryer to 370 degrees F and spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to prevent sticking, if desired. Use a fork to pierce the brats. Place the bratwurst into the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook it for 7-8 minutes.
- Flip it over and cook it for another 5-6 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
- Serve on a roll with toppings or plain with your favorite sides like roasted potatoes and green beans.
Recipe Notes
- Nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using a recipe nutrition label generator. This represents turkey bratwurst, but use nutrition information for whatever bratwurst you are using. Hoagie roll and toppings are not included.
- Serve on a hoagie roll, or serve plain with a few simple sides for an easy dinner.
Leave a Reply