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Crispy, cheesy an oh-so delicious, these Air Fryer Brussels sprouts are an absolute game-changer! If you’ve never liked Brussels sprouts, this easy recipe will convert you- it’s a promise. All you need is a few pantry staples and 5 minutes of prep time to make this easy veggie side dish.
Love vegetable sides? Don’t forget to try my Air Fryer cauliflower steak, Air Fryer baked potato, and Air Fryer tomato recipes too!
Would you believe if I told you these crispy, slightly charred Brussels sprouts come out quicker than in a traditional oven? Team it up with your weeknight meals like Filet Mignon, Honey Mustard Salmon, Naked Grilled Chicken Tenders, or Pistachio Crusted Chicken– it’s THAT versatile!
Plus, you can tweak and play around with the flavors too!
Quick Look At This Recipe
✨ Flavor: Cheesy and garlicky.
⏱️ Prep time: 5 minutes.
🔥 Cook time: 12 minutes.
⏲️ Total time: 17 minutes.
👥 Servings: 4 servings.
🥄 Tools: Air Fryer.
❄️ Freezer friendly: No.
👩🏻🍳 Tip: Don’t overcrowd your Air Fryer basket with too many Brussels sprouts- leave a little room and cook in batches if you’re making this for a crowd.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s super quick and easy. Everything comes together in one bowl and an Air Fryer basket, which means less mess to clean-up.
- It’s SO versatile, you can pair it with pretty much anything- just like my Air Fryer cauliflower and Air Fryer edamame!
- They’re seriously delicious- almost addictive. Yes, that’s right- Brussels sprouts!
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Reader comment: “So many other recipes add the cheese in at the same time as the oil, salt and pepper. But then the cheese is burnt! Thank you for great directions. I put mine in 2 minutes before the timer went off and they were delicious. Definitely going to make these more often. Asparagus has some competition now!!” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Nicky
Recipe Ingredients
- Brussels sprouts: Pick ones that are firm, ripe and bright green colored. If their outer leaves look yellowish or wilted, skip them.
- Cheese: Shredded or grated Parmesan cheese. I would recommend shredding it fresh from the block instead of using the pre-shredded, packaged stuff in the bottle.
- Garlic: Fresh garlic, for that incredible flavor. Garlic powder can work in a pinch if you don’t have fresh garlic at hand. Sometimes, I use my Air Fryer roasted garlic to lend this a nice smoky flavor.
- Seasonings: I kept it simple and just used some salt and black pepper. You can add a pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika for some extra flavor and heat.
- Oil: Virgin olive oil works best!
See recipe card for quantities.
Variations
- Drizzle some balsamic glaze on the Brussels sprouts for some extra yum! You can make your own by cooking ¼ cup balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar in a pan over low heat, until the mixture thickens.
- Top the air fried Parmesan Brussels sprouts with some chopped pecans and cranberries or bacon crumbles for some extra flavor and deliciousness. I love using my crispy Air Fryer bacon or air fried candied bacon here whenever I have it at hand.
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How to Make Air Fryer Parmesan Brussels Sprouts
- To prepare the Brussels sprouts, cut them half and then rinse them. Discard any separate outer leaves or any discolored leaves.
- In a medium bowl, combine with a tablespoon of olive oil and minced garlic or garlic powder. Toss the ingredients together, coating the sprouts with olive oil.
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 375 degrees F, then arrange the sprouts in a single layer in the Air Fryer basket. Make sure they aren’t bundled and overlapping.
- Air fry at 375 degrees F for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway. Sprinkle the sprouts with Parmesan cheese and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes cooking time until the cheese begins to melt.
Serving Ideas & Suggestions
These crispy, cheesy air fried Brussels sprouts are perfect as a side dish with any grilled or air fried protein. I love pairing them with my Air Fryer salmon and Air Fryer chicken breast or Air Fryer chicken thighs.
You can also make these as a side dish for your Thanksgiving spread, teamed up with some Air Fryer turkey breast or Air Fryer ham. And of course, you can also serve this as an appetizer along with an aioli or a nice Air Fryer spinach artichoke dip and some air fried jalapeno poppers.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- I used fresh Brussels sprouts here. If you’re using the frozen variety, refer to my Air Fryer frozen Brussels sprouts recipe.
- For a hint of heat, you can sprinkle some red pepper flakes or cayenne.
- For some freshness and citrusy zing, top it off with a squeeze of lemon juice towards the end.
- Because Air Fryer temperatures, wattages, and sizes vary, you may need to adjust the cook time. If you use a smaller Air Fryer, you may need to cook in batches.
- You can also chop up the sprouts in halves. Doing this increases the surface area of the sprouts allowing them to cook evenly and get nice crispy edges.
- You can also top the Brussels sprouts with fresh or dried herbs, like I did for my Air Fryer tomatoes recipe.
Recipe FAQs
To prepare sprouts for cooking, you need to cut the stems off. If some of the sprouts are small, I just leave them as-is, but if they are larger sprouts, I cut them in half.
Since you have already tossed them with olive oil, you don’t need to grease the Air Fryer basket.
To make the Brussels sprouts extra crispy, ensure the sprouts aren’t overcrowded in the Air Fryer basket. Dry them nicely after washing, and toss them in a light coating of oil before air frying.
Store leftovers in an airtight container and keep refrigerated for 3-4 days. I wouldn’t recommend freezing them, as it can ruin their texture.
To reheat, place them in an Air Fryer basket, and air fry at 375 degrees F for 3-4 minutes or until they are heated through.
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Air Fryer Parmesan Brussels Sprouts
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
- 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 pinch pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 375 degrees
- While the Air Fryer is preheating, cut the Brussels sprouts in half and rinse.
- Place the Brussels sprouts in a large mixing bowl, and add in the olive oil and minced garlic. Toss the ingredients together until the Brussels sprouts are coated.
- Place the prepared Brussels sprouts in the basket, and sprinkle salt and pepper on top.
- Air fry on 375 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10-12 minutes.
- Sprinkle the parmesan cheese over the cooked Brussels sprouts and return to the Air Fryer for one to two minutes, until melted.
- Serve while warm.
Notes
- Shake the Air Fryer basket a couple of times during the cooking time to ensure the sprouts get nice and crispy on all sides.
- Make sure you pat dry the Brussels sprouts before you air fry them- otherwise they’ll end up getting steamed instead of having that golden brown color.
- Add the cheese during the final couple of minutes of cooking time- or it’ll end up burning.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
My air fryer took 15 minutes on 400 and then after stirring another 15 minutes on 400 before they were tender enough to eat. They were very good just took a lot longer with the air fryer I have.
So many other recipes add the cheese in at the same time as the oil, salt and pepper. But then the cheese is burnt! Thank you for great directions. I put mine in 2 minutes before the timer went off and they were delicious. Definitely going to make these more often. Asparagus has some competition now!!
can your recipes be used in Emeril LaGasse’s air fryer????
Absolutely! You should be able to use any Air Fryer with these recipes. Just always make sure you check regularly on the food because some manufacturers can cook differently than others. Hope that helps!
I have the Emeril and all the recipes I’ve come across work fine!