Air Fryer Brats with potatoes and onions are the best quick weeknight dinner. Juicy bratwurst and crispy potatoes in a 30-minute family meal.
Brats in Air Fryer
If you're looking for a quick, hearty dinner, these Air Fryer Brats with potatoes and onions are a lifesaver.
Juicy bratwurst cooks right alongside crispy potatoes and savory onions for a nearly complete meal.
All that's left to do is to add Roasted Romaine Salad or Applesauce Jello on the side, and a complete supper is ready in under 30 minutes.
The best part? This easy recipe uses just a handful of ingredients you probably already have on hand.
It's family-friendly, budget-friendly, and perfect for busy weeknights when you need something fast and satisfying.
Ingredients
- Red Potatoes or Yukon Gold Potatoes, quartered -- I like the small ones for this recipe, so no peeling is required
- Onion, sliced
- Bell Pepper, sliced or diced
- Olive Oil
- Kosher Salt, to taste
- Black Pepper, to taste
- Bratwurst -- Choose any flavor you like. I often use Jalapeno Brats for the added flavor
See recipe card for quantities.
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Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix together quartered red potatoes, sliced onions, and bell peppers. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour into the Air Fryer basket.
- Top with brats, leaving plenty of room around each brat.
- Air Fry at 385 degrees F for 8 to 10 minutes. Flip the brats and cook another 3 to 5 minutes.
- Remove the brats and set aside to rest when fully cooked and golden browned.
- Cook the potatoes and onions for another 10 minutes or until golden brown and tender.
Hint: Air Fryers vary, so check the progress of cooking regularly to prevent overcooking.
Substitutions & Variations
- Oil - Use any high-temperature oil you like, such as vegetable oil or coconut oil.
- Russet Potatoes - peel and cube russet potatoes if you prefer.
- Vegetables - try adding vegetables of your choice, along with the potatoes, such as carrots. If using a softer veggie such as broccoli, zucchini, or fresh green beans, add it in the last 6-8 minutes of cooking.
Storage
Place leftovers in an airtight bowl or wrap with plastic wrap. Store for 3 to 5 days.
Top Tip
Do NOT pierce brats before or during cooking. This lets all of the juices out and can result in dry brats.
FAQ
I love brats cooked both ways. But Air Frying is perfect for a quick dinner with no need to fire up the grill. And the results are fantastic.
A fully cooked brat will feel firm when squeezed gently. Of course, you can always use a thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should reach 160 degrees F.
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Food Safety
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 160 °F
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
Air Fryer Brats
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a medium bowl, mix together quartered red potatoes, sliced onions, and bell peppers. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour into the Air Fryer basket.
- Top with brats, leaving plenty of room around each brat.
- Air Fry at 385 degrees F for 8 to 10 minutes. Flip the brats and cook another 3 to 5 minutes.
- Remove the brats and set aside to rest when fully cooked and golden browned.
- Cook the potatoes and onions for another 10 minutes or until golden brown and tender.
Chuckie says
Fantastic 30 minute meal! I love when the onions and potatoes get caramelized.... YUM!
Andra says
Recently got an airfryer and am testing out recipes. This was easy, very tasty, and the whole family enjoyed it!
Chuckie says
So glad you liked it! Honestly, I was slow to get on the Air Fryer wagon and even slower to really USE it! So I can relate. I hope you find a few recipes to inspire you!
Wilma Cagle says
Sounds like a perfect meal! Yummy!
Chuckie says
Done in mere minutes! 🙂
Kathy says
Easy to make and wonderful flavor! Very quick for a weeknight meal. Highly recommend!
Chuckie Hessong says
Yay!!! Thank you for the kind review and sharing your experience.