Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts are a quick and easy side dish that everyone will enjoy. There's no need to thaw, as you can cook them from frozen to perfectly crisp in under 20 minutes. Serve along side chicken or shrimp for a healthy weeknight side dish.
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- Why You'll Love These Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts
- What You Need
- How To Make Frozen Brussel Sprouts In The Air Fryer
- Cooking Frozen Brussel Sprouts In The Oven
- Serving Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts
- Expert Tips
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Try These Other Air Fryer Vegetables!
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This recipe for air fryer frozen brussel sprouts is the only one you need! It's quick, easy, and produces delicious brussel sprouts every time.
You can pair these air fryer brussels sprouts with chicken or meatballs for a balanced dinner. Or, dip the crispy sprouts into a homemade avocado ranch dressing for a healthy snack.
No matter when or how you eat them, this recipe is so good there probably won't be any leftovers.
Why You'll Love These Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts
- They're dairy free, gluten free, low carb, and vegan
- There's no need to defrost, you can cook the brussel sprouts directly from frozen
- They cook in under 20 minutes
- You need 5 ingredients
- Air fryer brussel sprouts are an easy, healthy weeknight side dish
What You Need
Kitchen Tools:
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowl
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients:
- Frozen brussel sprouts: You can find these in the freezer section of your local grocery store
- Avocado oil: For this recipe I prefer the neutral flavor of avocado oil, but olive oil or melted butter will also work
- Lemon Juice: The lemon juice adds a nice hint of acidity and brightness. I don't suggest any substitutions
- Spices: I like to keep it pretty classic by seasoning with a little salt, pepper, and paprika for spice
How To Make Frozen Brussel Sprouts In The Air Fryer
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F
- Once preheated, dump the bag of frozen brussels sprouts into the air fryer basket and set the timer for 16 minutes
- Cook for 7 minutes, then open up the air fryer and carefully dump the sprouts into a large mixing bowl
- Season them with avocado oil, lemon juice, salt, paprika, and black pepper. Toss to coat, then return them to the air fryer
- Cook for the remaining 9 minutes, then serve immediately and enjoy
Cooking Frozen Brussel Sprouts In The Oven
Don't have an air fryer? No problem, you can roast frozen brussel sprouts right in your oven! Here's how:
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Dump the frozen sprouts onto your prepared baking sheet and bake for 8 minutes
- Carefully take the partially roasted brussel sprouts out of the oven and scoop them into a mixing bowl
- Season with 2 tablespoons of avocado oil, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon paprika, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper. Toss to coat, then spread then evenly back onto the baking sheet
- Roast for 15-18 more minutes, or until they're browned and crisp
- Take the tray out of the oven, serve immediately, and enjoy
Serving Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts
Air fryer frozen brussel sprouts are a healthy snack or side dish that will have even the pickiest eater asking for seconds. They pair well with so many of your favorite meals, but a few of my favorites are:
- Pan seared chicken thighs
- Cajun chicken and shrimp pasta
- Air fryer mahi mahi
- Gluten free meatballs
- Air fryer chicken tenders
Expert Tips
- Do not thaw, the cook time listed is for frozen brussel sprouts
- Season after they are partially cooked so the oil and spices stick
- Cook time will vary between air fryer brands
- Adjust seasoning as necessary
- Serve immediately for best results
Frequently Asked Questions
The best way to store leftover brussel sprouts is in an airtight container in the fridge. They will stay good for up to 4 days, and you can reheat them in the air fryer at 350F for 4-5 minutes.
My air fryer can cook frozen brussel sprouts in about 15-17 minutes, but the time will vary based on air fryer brand.
Sure! You can double it, just try not to overcrowd the air fryer basket. If it seems like too many are in there, do two separate batches.
This recipe is a great healthy side dish to so many of your favorite meals. It pairs well with meatballs, air fryer chicken thighs, a pork roast, or even enjoy them with ranch dip as a healthy snack.
Yes, frozen vegetables are just as healthy as fresh. Most times frozen veggies are less expensive and taste better because they're usually picked at optimal ripeness and then immediately frozen to preserve their taste.
There's 2 reasons brussel sprouts don't get crispy and they are:
1. The heat wasn't high enough. Brussel sprouts need a high het in order to brown, that's why I air fry mine at 400 degrees
2. They're overcooked. If brussel sprouts are overcooked they tend to turn mushy. Watch the cook time, and take your air fryer frozen brussel sprouts out when they're evenly browned
Try These Other Air Fryer Vegetables!
- Air fryer frozen broccoli
- Frozen sweet potato fries in the air fryer
- Air fryer beets
- Baby carrots in the air fryer
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PrintAir Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts
Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts are a quick and easy side dish that everyone will enjoy. There's no need to thaw, as you can cook them from frozen to perfectly crisp in under 20 minutes. Serve along side chicken or shrimp for a healthy weeknight side dish.
- Cook Time: 16 Minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 bag of frozen brussel sprouts (10-12 ounces)
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground paprika
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F
- Once preheated, dump the bag of frozen brussel sprouts into the air fryer basket and set the timer for 16 minutes
- After the sprouts have cooked for 7 minutes, open up the air fryer and carefully dump the sprouts into a large mixing bowl
- Season them with avocado oil, lemon juice, salt, paprika, and black pepper. Toss to coat, then return them to the air fryer basket
- Cook for the remaining 9 minutes, until crisp, then serve immediately and enjoy
Notes
- Do not thaw, the cook time listed is for frozen brussel sprouts
- Season after they are partially cooked so the oil and spices stick
- Cook time will vary between air fryer brands
- Adjust seasoning as necessary
- Serve immediately for best results
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days
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