Air Fryer Sausage & Cheese Roasted Potatoes (Crispy, Cheesy, 30-Minute Meal)

Bring together golden roasted potatoes, smoky sausage, and gooey melted cheese—all in your air fryer. This easy weeknight recipe uses just a handful of ingredients and delivers big comfort-food flavor with minimal cleanup.

Why you’ll love it

• Only 6 core ingredients (plus pantry salt & pepper)

• Fast: about 30 minutes, start to finish

• Flexible: swap the sausage, cheese, or seasoning to match your taste

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 800 g potatoes (firm/waxy type like Yukon Gold/Charlotte), cut into 2 cm (¾-inch) cubes
  US measure: ~1¾ lb, about 6 cups cubed

• 250 g smoked sausage or mild chorizo, diced
  US measure: ~9 oz

• 1 small onion, chopped (optional)

• 100 g grated cheese (Emmental, Comté, or mozzarella)
  US measure: ~1 cup loosely packed

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp Herbes de Provence or sweet paprika (or half of each)

• ¾ tsp fine salt, ¼ tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)

Equipment: Air fryer (basket or drawer style), large bowl, knife & board, spoon/tongs.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat
   Preheat the air fryer to 200°C / 400°F for 3–5 minutes.

2. Prep potatoes
   Wash and cube the potatoes (no need to peel unless you prefer). Rinse briefly under cold water and pat very dry with a towel—this boosts crispiness.

3. Season
   In a large bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil, herbs/paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

4. First roast (potatoes only)
   Add potatoes to the preheated basket in a single layer (cook in batches if needed for airflow).
   Air fry 12 minutes, shaking the basket once halfway through.

5. Add sausage & onion
   After 12 minutes, add the diced sausage and chopped onion to the potatoes. Toss to combine.
   Air fry 6–8 minutes more, shaking once, until the potatoes are deep golden and the sausage edges are crisp.

6. Add cheese
   Sprinkle grated cheese evenly over the top. Air fry 2–3 minutes just until melted and bubbling.

7. Serve
   Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with a sprinkle of chopped parsley or chives (optional).

Total time: ~25–28 minutes (plus preheat)

Pro Tips for Best Results

• Waxy/firm potatoes (Yukon Gold, Charlotte, red) hold shape and crisp better than starchy russets.

• Don’t overcrowd. If your basket is small, cook in two rounds; crowded potatoes steam instead of crisp.

• Extra-crisp hack (optional): Microwave the seasoned potato cubes for 3 minutes before air-frying to jump-start cooking.

• Onion timing: Adding onion in the second half prevents burning while still caramelizing.

Flavor Variations

• Smoked paprika + garlic powder (½ tsp each) for Spanish vibes

• Italian twist: swap Herbes de Provence for Italian seasoning; use provolone or mozzarella

• Spicy: use spicy chorizo or add red pepper flakes

• Veg boost: toss in diced bell pepper or zucchini in Step 5

• Cheese swap: cheddar, Gruyère, or pepper jack all melt beautifully

Serving Ideas

Great as a one-pan dinner with a green salad, or a hearty side for grilled chicken/steak. Add a fried egg on top for brunch.

Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating

• Make-ahead: Cube and season potatoes up to 8 hours in advance; keep covered in the fridge.

• Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

• Reheat: Air fry at 180°C / 360°F for 5–7 minutes until hot and re-crisped. Add a fresh sprinkle of cheese in the final minute if you like.

FAQs

Can I use raw (uncooked) sausage?
Yes. Slice it and add in Step 5; cook until no longer pink and juices run clear (internal temp 74°C/165°F), adding 2–3 extra minutes if needed.

No air fryer?
Roast on a parchment-lined sheet pan at 220°C / 425°F: potatoes 20 minutes, then add sausage & onion 10–12 minutes more; add cheese for the last 2–3 minutes.

Do I have to peel the potatoes?
No—skins add texture and nutrients. Just scrub well.

Nutritional Estimate (per serving, 1/4 of recipe)

~480 kcal, 18 g protein, 29 g fat, 37 g carbs, 4 g fiber
Estimates vary by sausage/cheese used.

enjoy!