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Making frozen Brussel sprouts in the air fryer is so easy you won’t even believe it! In about 15 minutes from freezer to air fryer, you’ll have perfectly cooked Brussel sprouts!
The Corsori Air Fryer is one of my favorite kitchen tools. For someone like me who is always on the run, my air fryer has been a lifesaver. It’s a tool that comes in handy no matter what. I even use it in my RV for quick and easy recipes!
Whether it’s for making breakfast, meal prepping food for the week, or preparing dinner. It makes the clean-up process 10 times easier.
Brussels sprouts are one of those amazing foods that can be eaten as a snack or as a delicious side dish. The way they just crisped right up in the air fryer leaves your mouth watering.
This recipe has basic ingredients that you have in the kitchen for everyday use. This is honestly my new favorite way to make frozen Brussel sprouts.
Ingredients
- 1 bag 16oz of frozen Brussels sprouts
These ingredients are optional
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbs olive oil or avocado oil
How to prepare frozen Brussels sprouts
- Open the bag of Brussel sprouts and place them in the air fryer basket. Make sure that you have a single layer of Brussels sprouts so they can cook evenly.
- Set the temperature to 400F and cook for 8 minutes.
- Optional* take Brussels sprouts out of the air fryer basket and cut them in half.
- Put the Brussel sprouts in a medium bowl and toss with salt, pepper, and oil.
- Return the Brussels sprouts to the air fryer basket and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes or until they are crispy to your liking.
What to serve with Brussels sprouts
Brussels sprouts are one of those sides where you can eat them by themselves but also pair them with your favorite type of meat. Some of my personal favorites to pair air fryer Brussels sprouts are these Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs and Pan-Seared Steak.
Brussels sprouts are also perfect side items for your meal prep!
Brussels sprouts can be made in a lot of different ways they can be sautéed, roasted, and, steamed. Cast iron Brussels sprouts and bacon is another one of my favorite Brussel sprout recipes! Everything is better when you add bacon to it!
Brussels Sprout Nutrition
Did you know that Brussels sprouts are named after Brussels, Belgium? Brussels sprouts are part of the Cruciferous vegetable group, which also includes Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Kale, and Collard Greens.
Brussel sprouts are rich in vitamins and minerals like Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Calcium, Iron, and Potassium. Studies show that cruciferous vegetable intake reduces the risk of cardiovascular mortality and development of type 2 diabetes.
It’s also suggested that cruciferous vegetable intake may protect against the development of certain types of cancers.
Read more about Brussel sprouts nutrition.
More air fryer recipes to try
- Air fryer keto meatballs
- Air Fryer Roasted Tomatoes
- Perfect Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs
- Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash
- Air Fryer Broccolini
- Air Fryer Turkey Breast
- Air Fryer Green Beans
If you want to start a keto diet and don’t know where to start, check out my Ultimate Guide to Clean Keto. Check out my 2 week keto diet meal plans if you need some meal prep inspo! They use a bulk meal prep technique and are meant to save time and money! If you loved this recipe, sign up to my newsletter to be notified when a new recipe is released!
Air Fryer Frozen Brussel Sprouts
Ingredients
- 16 oz frozen brussel sprouts
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
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Place frozen Brussel sprouts in the air fryer basket. Set temperature to 400F and cook for 8 minutes.
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Place brussels in a medium bowl and toss with oil, salt and pepper. Optionally cut brussel sprouts in half before adding them to the bowl to coat.
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Return the brussels to the air fryer basket and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes or until the are crispy.
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