Frozen brussels sprouts in the air fryer are a quick and simple side dish any night of the week. Brussels sprouts are taken straight from the freezer, tossed with olive oil, fresh garlic, and salt and pepper then air fried until crisp and golden brown.
Air fried brussel sprouts are the next best thing to hit the dinner table. The crispiness of the veggie will have everyone requesting seconds. Add any of your favorite flavors or check out our recommendations below!
Air fry frozen vegetables are a kid friendly way along with Veggie Nuggets, Broccoli Salad without Mayo and Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries to encourage your family to eat more veggies.
Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts
Any frozen vegetables in the air fryer are sure to be a big hit with your family and friends. The air fryer upgrades any recipe by adding the perfect combination of crispiness and flavor. Plus, veggies can be made with minimal effort and time.
Air fryer veggies are also a great cooking method for young chefs to make all on their own.
Not only will they start to feel more comfortable cooking in the kitchen, but they are more likely to get the veggies at mealtime. What more could you ask for!
To get started, gather the equipment and ingredients then follow the written instructions or printable recipe card below. Enjoy!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 10.8 ounce bag frozen brussels sprouts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Gluten-Free Guide: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten.
How To Make
To a mixing bowl add the brussels sprouts, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir well. Place onto the air fryer tray.
Preheat the air fryer then bake
Preheat the air fryer to 380°F. Place the brussels sprouts into the air fryer and air fry for 10 minutes.
Flip the brussels sprouts then cook for an additional 8 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Store in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.
Reheat in a preheated air fryer for 5-7 minutes or in the microwave in 30-second increments until hot.
Add a balsamic drizzle, red pepper flakes, chili powder, onion powder, oregano, or Italian seasoning to the mix for a boost in flavor.
Serve as an afternoon snack or turn into a side dish by pairing with Broiled Flank Steak, Baked Chicken Burgers, Chicken Cutlet Sandwich or Baked Pork Chops.
Yes! Fresh brussels sprouts can be blanched then stored in the freezer for up to 6 months. This is a great option to prevent fresh brussels sprouts from spoiling in the fridge.
Kids In The Kitchen
Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.
- Mix the brussels sprouts in the seasoning blend until each sprout is coated.
- You do not need to spray with nonstick cooking spray before air frying since the sprouts are tossed in olive oil.
- Flip the brussels sprouts halfway through air frying to crisp all sides.
More Vegetables in Air Fryer
- Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potato
- Air Fried Cauliflower
- Air Fryer Brown Sugar Roasted Carrots
- Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash
- Air Fryer Potato Skins
More Frozen Vegetable Ideas
- Roasted Frozen Brussels Sprouts
- How To Cook Frozen Vegetables
- Roasted Frozen Vegetables
- Roasted Frozen Cauliflower
- Roasted Frozen Broccoli
- How to Freeze Asparagus
CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.
The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.
Brussels Sprouts in Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 10.8 ounce bag frozen brussels sprouts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Blend the ingredients. To a mixing bowl add the brussels sprouts, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir well. Place onto the air fryer tray.10.8 ounce bag frozen brussels sprouts, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- ⭐️Preheat the air fryer then bake. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F. Place the brussels sprouts into the air fryer and air fry for 10 minutes. Flip the brussels sprouts then cook for an additional 8 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
Storage Instructions
Store in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.Reheating Instructions
Reheat in a preheated air fryer for 5-7 minutes or in the microwave in 30-second increments until hot.Seasoning Suggestions
Add a balsamic drizzle, red pepper flakes, chili powder, onion powder, oregano, or Italian seasoning to the mix for a boost in flavor. CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination. The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.Nutrition
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