If you’re looking for a quick, flavorful, and healthy meal, this Air Fryer Honey Garlic Shrimp, Sausage & Broccoli recipe is the perfect option. Combining juicy shrimp, savory sausage, and crisp-tender broccoli, all tossed in a sweet and garlicky honey sauce, this dish offers a delicious mix of flavors and textures. The air fryer ensures everything gets perfectly crispy on the outside while staying tender inside, and it’s ready in just minutes. This is a great recipe for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or even a quick, crowd-pleasing snack.
Ingredients:
- For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- For the Dish:
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 oz sausage (andouille or smoked sausage, sliced into rounds)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Sesame seeds and green onions (optional garnish)
Preparation:
Step 1: Preheat the Air Fryer
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3-5 minutes. Preheating ensures even cooking and crispiness.
Step 2: Prepare the Honey Garlic Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set the sauce aside while you prepare the shrimp, sausage, and broccoli.
Step 3: Season the Ingredients
- In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and black pepper to coat evenly. Set aside.
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season them lightly with salt and pepper.
- Slice the sausage into rounds, ensuring uniform thickness for even cooking.
Step 4: Air Fry the Broccoli
- Place the seasoned broccoli in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking for even browning.
- Once the broccoli is tender and lightly crisped, remove it from the air fryer and set it aside.
Step 5: Cook the Sausage and Shrimp
- Place the sausage slices in the air fryer basket and cook at 375°F for 4-5 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through until they are browned and crispy on the edges.
- Add the shrimp to the basket with the sausage and continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, as they can become tough.
Step 6: Toss with Honey Garlic Sauce
- Once the shrimp and sausage are done, transfer everything (including the broccoli) to a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp, sausage, and broccoli, tossing to coat all the ingredients evenly in the sweet and savory sauce.
Step 7: Serve and Garnish
- Transfer the air-fried honey garlic shrimp, sausage, and broccoli to a serving platter.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for extra flavor and presentation.
Cooking Notes:
- Shrimp: Make sure the shrimp are evenly sized to ensure consistent cooking. You can use either fresh or frozen shrimp, but if using frozen, thaw them completely before cooking.
- Sausage: Andouille sausage adds a nice smoky kick, but feel free to use smoked sausage, chicken sausage, or turkey sausage if you prefer a milder flavor.
- Broccoli: To ensure the broccoli crisps up in the air fryer, make sure not to overcrowd the basket. If necessary, cook the broccoli in batches.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve this dish over a bed of rice or quinoa to make it a complete meal.
- Pair it with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for a lighter option.
- For a lower-carb version, serve the shrimp, sausage, and broccoli on their own or with cauliflower rice.
Tips:
- Meal Prep: This dish is perfect for meal prepping. Simply cook everything in the air fryer, toss with the sauce, and store it in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer for a quick meal.
- Vegetable Variations: You can easily swap the broccoli for other vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, or cauliflower, depending on what you have on hand.
- Spice Level: Add more red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha to the honey garlic sauce if you prefer a spicier kick.
Prep Time:
- 10 minutes
Cooking Time:
- 15 minutes
Total Time:
- 25 minutes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Protein: 26g
- Sodium: 1000mg
Air Fryer Honey Garlic Shrimp, Sausage & Broccoli Recipe
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- For the Dish:
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 oz sausage (andouille or smoked sausage, sliced into rounds)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Sesame seeds and green onions (optional garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Air Fryer
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3-5 minutes. Preheating ensures even cooking and crispiness.
Step 2: Prepare the Honey Garlic Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set the sauce aside while you prepare the shrimp, sausage, and broccoli.
Step 3: Season the Ingredients
- In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and black pepper to coat evenly. Set aside.
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season them lightly with salt and pepper.
- Slice the sausage into rounds, ensuring uniform thickness for even cooking.
Step 4: Air Fry the Broccoli
- Place the seasoned broccoli in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking for even browning.
- Once the broccoli is tender and lightly crisped, remove it from the air fryer and set it aside.
Step 5: Cook the Sausage and Shrimp
- Place the sausage slices in the air fryer basket and cook at 375°F for 4-5 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through until they are browned and crispy on the edges.
- Add the shrimp to the basket with the sausage and continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, as they can become tough.
Step 6: Toss with Honey Garlic Sauce
- Once the shrimp and sausage are done, transfer everything (including the broccoli) to a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp, sausage, and broccoli, tossing to coat all the ingredients evenly in the sweet and savory sauce.
Step 7: Serve and Garnish
- Transfer the air-fried honey garlic shrimp, sausage, and broccoli to a serving platter.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for extra flavor and presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Protein: 26g