Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Spicy Jalapeno Chicken Sausages

These Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Spicy Jalapeno Chicken Sausages are perfect for someone who enjoys things on the spicier side. Have lunch or dinner on the table in just minutes!

Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Jalapeno Chicken Sausages

Trader Joe’s Air Fryer Jalapeno Chicken Sausages are a delicious and healthy option for those looking for a quick and easy meal.The best part is that they can be made in the air fryer in just a few minutes, making them the perfect weeknight meal.

These Jalapeno Chicken Sausages have a slightly spicy flavor thanks to the jalapeno peppers. The chicken is juicy and tender, and the skin gets crispy in the air fryer. They’re not greasy or heavy, making them a great option for those who want a healthier meal.

These jalapeno chicken sausages are great if you love spicy foods. Or, if you’re like, my personal favorite are these Trader Joe’s Cheddar Chicken Sausages. The great thing about these chicken sausages is, all you have to do is pop them into the air fryer basket and heat them up.

One thing I like about Trader Joe’s is their selection of chicken sausages. Most stores only have the basic chicken sausages, but Trader Joe’s have Breakfast Chicken Sausages, Regular Chicken Sausages, Cheddar Chicken Sausages, and Sweet Apple Chicken Sausages.

Every time I have to go into town, I get excited because that means a Trader Joe’s stop! I haven’t had one thing from there that I didn’t like. Here are some of my favorite Trader Joe’s items: Trader Joe’s BBQ Teriyaki Chicken, Trader Joe’s Pesto Chicken, Trader Joe’s Sweet Apple Chicken Sausage, and Trader Joe’s Mini Chicken Tacos.

❤️ Why you’ll love this easy air fryer recipe

• Quick and Easy Recipe – These jalapeno chicken sausages are already precooked, so all you have to do is pop them into the air fryer basket and cook them for 6 minutes.
• Versatile – This jalapeno chicken sausage can be used in many different ways. I cut mine up, but you can also serve them in hotdog buns.
• Low Carb – each chicken sausage has jut 2g total carbs.

Ingredients

• Trader Joe’s Spicy Jalapeno Chicken Sausage

✳️ Tips & Tricks

• Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken stays moist. Once they reach 165F, remove them from the air fryer. Don’t overcook.
• If you want a crispy hot dog bun, add the chicken sausage to the buns and cook for another 2 minutes.

Tools to make this Trader Joe’s Spicy Jalapeno Chicken Sausage in the Air Fryer

• Cosori Air Fryer – this is my favorite air fryer. The large air fryer basket makes it so easy to cook your favorite recipes.
• Tongs – tongs are easiest to remove and flip the chicken
• Meat thermometer – You always want to ensure the internal temperature of ANY chicken is 165F.

How to make Air Fryer Spicy Jalapeno Chicken Sausages

1. Remove the chicken sausage from the package.
2. Transfer to the air fryer basket. Cook at 390F for 6 minutes, flipping halfway through.
3. Once the timer goes off, ensure the chicken’s internal temperature is 165F and remove it from the air fryer basket.
4. Serve and enjoy!

Oven Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400F.
2. Remove the chicken sausage from the package and transfer to a baking tray.
3. Place a baking tray in the oven and cook for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Make sure the internal temperature is 165F.
4. Remove from the oven and serve.

Substitutions

If you don’t like jalapeno chicken sausages, you can use Sweet Apple Chicken Sausages, regular Chicken Sausages, or Cheddar Chicken Sausages.

What to serve with Jalapeno Chicken Sausage

Trader Joe’s Air Fryer Jalapeno Chicken Sausages are versatile and can be served with potato chips or French fries. Another of my favorite things is cutting the chicken sausages up and throwing them into Mac and cheese.

How to store

• Store leftovers in an airtight glass container for up to 5 days.

♨️ How to reheat

Remove the lid from the container and microwave on high for 1 to 1.5 minutes or until the chicken is warm. Alternatively, you can transfer to a microwave save plate to warm up.

To warm this up in your air fryer, cook it for 2-3 minutes at 400F.

❓FAQs

More Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Chicken Recipes

Make sure you add these items from Trader Joe’s to your shopping list the next time you go to Trader Joe’s.

• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Buttermilk Brined Half Chicken
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Orange Chicken 
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Shawarma Chicken Thighs
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Pesto Chicken Breast
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Kung Pao Chicken
• Air Fryer Trader Joe’s BBQ Teriyaki Chicken

Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Jalapeno Chicken Sausage

These Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Jalapeno Chicken Sausages are perfect for someone who enjoys things on the spicy side. Chicken Sausages are perfect for those lovely spring or summer days.

4.90 from 38 votes

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 1 minute min

Cook Time 6 minutes mins

Total Time 7 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 5

Calories 100 kcal

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Ingredients

  

1x2x3x

• 12 oz jalapeno chicken sausage

Instructions

 

• Remove the chicken sausage from the package.
• Transfer to the air fryer basket. Cook at 390F for 6 minutes, flipping halfway through.
• Once the timer goes off, ensure the chicken’s internal temperature is 165F and remove it from the air fryer basket.
• Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 11gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 400mgIron: 4mg

Keyword air fryer jalapeno chicken sausage, Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Jalapeno Chicken Sausage, Jalapeno chicken sausage, jalapeno chicken sausage in the air fryer, trader joe’s chicken sausage, Trader Joe’s Jalapeno Chicken Sausage, Trader Joe’s Jalapeno Chicken Sausage in the Air Fryer

Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Pin this recipe for later

New Recipes to try