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    Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts

    Published: Jan 15, 2022 · Modified: Jul 28, 2022 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    Air fryer frozen brussel sprouts are delicious and cook up so fast! Perfectly roasted and so tender, cooking these frozen brussel sprouts in the air fryer is totally foolproof!

    Closeup shot of air fyer frozen brussel sprouts in bowl

    I’ve always loved brussel sprouts, but I haven’t always loved cooking them. They’ve always been a bit finicky for me. Cooking them in the air fryer took all of that away!

    Frozen Brussel Sprouts in the Air Fryer

    This was inspired by my other air fryer veggie recipe on this site, and pairs well with this amazing steak recipe.

    Ingredients

    It takes less than a handful of ingredients to make this delicious side!

    • Frozen Brussel sprouts
    • Olive oil
    • Salt
    • Pepper

    See the recipe card at the end of the post for quantities.

    Instructions

    Making these brussel sprouts is ridiculously easy. You’ll be in and out of the kitchen in no time!

    Step 1: Prep the Brussel Sprouts

    Place the brussel sprouts, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl and stir to coat the brussel sprouts completely.

    Step 2: Air Fry

    Air fry the brussel sprouts at 400 degrees for 14 minutes or until the brussel sprouts are heated through and beginning to brown.

    Hint: Be very careful not to overcook your brussel sprouts. They get mushy.

    Closeup shot of brussel sprout on fork.

    Substitutions

    Don’t have the correct ingredients on hand or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change these frozen brussel sprouts in the air fryer.

    • Vegetable Oil – If you don’t have olive oil, vegetable oil will work.
    • Sea Salt – For this recipe, table salt is preferred, but you can use sea salt if you like.

    Variations

    Want to personalize these air fryer frozen brussel sprouts? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.

    • Spicy – Add some red pepper flakes to the brussel sprouts for an extra kick of heat.
    • Garlic and Onion Powder – For additional flavor, try adding onion and garlic powder.

    If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy this air fryer bang bang cauliflower.

    Equipment

    it doesn’t take much of anything to make this super simple recipe.

    • Measuring spoons
    • Bowl
    • Spoon
    • Air fryer

    Storage

    Store these brussel sprouts in the refrigerator in an air-tight container for 3 to 4 days.

    Tips

    Even a recipe as simple as this one has a few secrets. These tips will help you make the tastiest brussel sprouts possible.

    • Don’t overcook your brussel sprouts, or they’ll get mushy. Take them out as soon as they begin to brown.
    • Always preheat your air fryer for best results.
    Closeup shot of fork stuck in a brussel sprout in a bowl of air fryer frozen brussel sprouts

    FAQ

    Do you have questions about air fryer frozen brussel sprouts? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about frozen brussel sprouts in the air fryer.

    How long are brussel sprouts good?

    They’ll last for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.

    Why are my brussel sprouts bitter?

    Interestingly, they’re only bitter to certain people. It’s a bit like how cilantro tastes like soap to some people. If you find them bitter, you can cut them in half before cooking to eliminate the bitterness.

    What goes with brussel sprouts?

    Brussel sprouts are delicious when paired with beef, pork, chicken, and even fish.

    Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts Video

    More Air Fryer Recipes

    Do you like cooking with the air fryer? Here some recipes you may also like to try.

    • Air Fryer Lava Cake
    • Air Fryer Pretzel Dogs
    • Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes

    Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts

    Ready to get cooking? Remember that you can print this recipe if you would like.

    Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts

    These air fryer frozen brussel sprouts are delicious and so easy to make. Perfectly cooked and so tender, they're a great side.
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    Prep Time 3 mins
    Cook Time 14 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 142 kcal

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients
      

    • 16 oz Brussel sprouts frozen
    • 3 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Get out and measure your ingredients.
      Frozen brussels sprouts placed in a glass bowl.
    • Place Brussel sprouts, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a medium mixing bowl.
      Brussel sprouts, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a medium mixing bowl
    • Stir to combine.
      Seasoned and oiled brussels sprouts.
    • Transfer mixture to your air fryer basket.
      Brussels sprouts moved to an air fryer basket.
    • Air fry at 400ºF for 14 minutes or until Brussel sprouts are heated through and beginning to brown.
      Brussels sprouts cooked in an air fryer.
    • Serve immediately.
      Cooked Brussels sprouts served in a bowl.
    • Enjoy every bite!
      A Brussels sprout held by a fork. More Brussels sprouts below in a bowl.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 142kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 610mgPotassium: 445mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 856IUVitamin C: 96mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 2mg
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