Quick Answer

Air fry Jimmy Dean Fully Cooked Turkey Sausage Links at 375°F for 3-4 minutes if thawed or 5-7 minutes if frozen, flipping halfway, for a crispy exterior and juicy interior.

Air frying reheats fully cooked turkey sausage links faster than an oven and more evenly than a microwave. The circulating hot air crisps the outside while keeping the inside moist, avoiding the rubbery texture you sometimes get from microwaving. Since these links are already fully cooked, you are only reheating them, so the goal is to restore texture without drying them out.

A common mistake is overcooking, which can make turkey sausage links tough and dry. Because turkey is leaner than pork, it benefits from a shorter cook time and a watchful eye. The air fryer’s quick cycle helps you nail that balance.

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F: Preheating ensures even cooking from the start. If your model doesn’t require preheating, add 1 minute to the cook time. Skipping preheat can lead to uneven browning.
  2. Arrange links in a single layer: Place the turkey sausage links in the basket with space between each link. Overcrowding traps steam and prevents crisping. Cook in batches if needed. Leave at least 1/2 inch between links for best airflow.
  3. Cook for 3-4 minutes (thawed) or 5-7 minutes (frozen): For thawed links, start with 3 minutes. For frozen links, start with 5 minutes. Flip the links halfway through the cook time using tongs. Check internal temperature: fully cooked links should reach 165°F, but since they are pre-cooked, you mainly look for a golden-brown exterior.
  4. Let rest for 1 minute before serving: After removing from the air fryer, let the links rest briefly. This allows the juices to redistribute and the casing to set slightly for a better bite. Serving immediately is fine, but the short rest improves texture.

Product Used in This Guide

  • Fully Cooked Turkey Sausage Links: Jimmy Dean Fully Cooked Breakfast Turkey Sausage Links are made with premium turkey and seasoned with a signature blend of spices, providing 13 grams of protein per serving. Because they are fully cooked, you only need to reheat them, making the air fryer method a quick, texture-focused step rather than a full cooking process.

    Fully Cooked Turkey Sausage Links

    Fully Cooked Turkey Sausage Links