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Shrimp and Sausage Air Fryer Traybake

Shrimp and Sausage Air Fryer Traybake - Fast, Flavorful, and Fuss-Free

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Pre-heat 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
  • 12 ounces smoked sausage (andouille, kielbasa, or chicken sausage), sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
  • 8 ounces baby potatoes, halved (or use small Yukon Golds, cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for heat)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges (plus 1 teaspoon zest, optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Nonstick spray or a light brush of oil for the air fryer tray

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C). If your model has a tray or rack, insert it and warm it up. Preheating helps the potatoes and sausage brown nicely.
  • Par-cook the potatoes: Toss the halved baby potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Spread them on the air fryer tray in a single layer. Cook for 8 minutes to give them a head start.
  • Prep the shrimp and sausage: While the potatoes cook, pat the shrimp dry. In a large bowl, combine shrimp, sausage slices, bell peppers, and red onion.
  • Season: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, oregano, chili flakes (if using), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Toss until everything is evenly coated. For extra brightness, add 1 teaspoon lemon zest.
  • Combine on the tray: After the potatoes have cooked 8 minutes, shake the tray. Add the shrimp-sausage-veggie mix, spreading into a single layer. Avoid crowding—if needed, cook in two batches for best browning.
  • Air fry: Cook for 7–9 minutes, shaking halfway. Shrimp are done when pink and opaque with a slight curl (not tightly coiled), and sausage edges are browned.
  • Finish with lemon: Squeeze fresh lemon over the traybake while hot. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or chili flakes as needed.
  • Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve as-is, or spoon over rice, quinoa, or a simple salad.
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