Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts

Name: Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 14 min
Ingredients: 16 oz Brussel sprouts (frozen ); 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp pepper

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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.

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 and our Maple Bacon Brussel Sprouts.

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.