Air Fryer Sausage and Caramelized Onion Hot Dogs with Chipotle Mayo

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Juicy sausages tucked into toasted rolls with sweet caramelized onions and a smoky chipotle mayo twist. This American-inspired air-fryer recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs hot dog sausages, hot dog rolls, caramelized onions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place 4 sausages in the basket and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and heated through.
  2. Step 2: While sausages cook, mix 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1/4 tsp chipotle powder, and 1/2 tsp chopped dill to make the chipotle mayo.
  3. Step 3: Spread 1/2 cup caramelized onions on the bottom of each hot dog roll. Top with 1 sliced gherkin and 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
  4. Step 4: Place cooked sausages into the rolls, drizzle with chipotle mayo, and serve immediately for a warm, melty bite.

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