These Crispy Parmesan Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts are garlicky, cheesy and so easy to make! Cooking brussel sprouts in the air fryer is going to be your new favorite way to make a quick side dish.
Wondering what to serve with this brussel sprouts recipe? It’s the perfect side dish to serve with Air Fryer Chicken Breasts and Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites!
CRISPY AIR FRYER BRUSSEL SPROUTS
I think I have found the best way to make the crunchiest Brussel Sprouts: AIR FRY ‘EM! These are truly crispy and have the best crunch. Tossed in just a bit of olive oil, pork panko bread crumbs, and parmesan cheese, Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts are absolutely delicious!
They are also low in carbs and Keto-friendly. 🙌
AN EASY BRUSSEL SPROUTS RECIPE
Air Fried Brussels Sprouts soak up the delicious garlic, olive oil, and parmesan flavors while cooking to create a lip-smacking combination. With just a little amount of prep work and a handful of ingredients, this recipe comes together in under 20 minutes.
No one will guess that these crispy sprouts were cooked in an air fryer!
HOW TO MAKE AIR FRIED BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Not everyone’s a fan of these green little cabbages, but that is where this sprouts recipe comes into play. You’re only five ingredients away from having the best green veggies of your life, packed with great flavors and textures.
- First, trim the brussels sprouts, remove any loose leaves, and cut the sprouts in half, lengthwise.
- Place sprouts in a bowl and add olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; toss to combine.
- Transfer Brussel sprouts to the air fryer’s basket and cook for 6 minutes at 400˚F.
- When time is up, open the air fryer, give the brussel sprouts a stir, and sprinkle with parmesan cheese and pork panko crumbs.
- Air fry for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, or until crisp tender.
- Taste test and sprinkle with a little extra cheese, if needed, and serve. You can also add a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and maple syrup – YUM!
COOK’S NOTES
- This recipe as written, with one pound of Brussel sprouts, fills up the basket of my Cosori 5.8 qt. If you have a smaller model, you will have to cook these in batches. DO NOT pile them up because they won’t be crispy.
- Cooking time does vary, depending on the size of the Brussel sprouts – you might need to cook them longer if your sprouts are bigger.
- If you don’t have pork panko crumbs, you can leave them out. If you aren’t following a low carb/Keto diet, use regular panko bread crumbs.
HOW TO STORE COOKED BRUSSEL SPROUTS
- Store completely cooled sprouts in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
MORE BRUSSEL SPROUTS RECIPES
- Easy Smashed Brussel Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze
- Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Creamy Cheesy Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
ENJOY!
TOOLS USED IN THIS RECIPE
Crispy Parmesan Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts
Ingredients
- 1 pound Brussel Sprouts, ends trimmed, outer leaves removed, and cut in half, lengthwise
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup pork panko bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine prepared Brussel sprouts, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; stir until thoroughly incorporated.
- Transfer Brussel sprouts to the air fryer’s basket and cook for 6 minutes at 400˚F.
- When time is up, open the air fryer, stir around the Brussel sprouts.
- Sprinkle sprouts with parmesan cheese and pork panko crumbs.
- Arrange in one layer and continue to air fry for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, or until crisp tender.
- Remove sprouts from air fryer.
- Test for seasonings and adjust accordingly.
- Serve.
Notes
WW FREESTYLE POINTS: 4
NET CARBS: 7
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.
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I’ve always like brussel sprouts…when someone else makes them lol. These were very yummy, I ate the rest of them cold the next morning! Cooking time was spot on, I liked that the outer pieces were a little crispy, thanks for the great recipe.
That’s great! I’m very glad you enjoyed it! Thank YOU! 🙂
Very hard and dry. I even cut back on the time and temperature. I am going to try to par boil first
The brussell sprouts are good but you need to cut them in half!
They tasted great but were very dry.
i have made these several times now, and my roommate who thought she hated brussel sprouts is now happy when i buy a bag or 2 at ALDI
Definitely need to par boil first. Then maybe the air fryer would work. As is, doesn’t cook them tender enough.
We disliked these immensely! Rock hard and burnt and we are Brussels sprouts eaters!
No good. It’s like eating a burnt rock. 😬
Air fry temp too high and they were burnt in six minutes
They were also hard as a rock as someone else noted.
I think the brussel sprouts should be par boiled first,cooled and then air fried.
Worth experimenting with.
I’m VERY new Air Frying. This recipe was easy and incredibly delicious!!!
I’m very glad you enjoyed it! Thank YOU! 🙂
Brussels Sprouts Came out delicious. Thank you for the recipe .
I’m glad you enjoyed it! Thank YOU! 🙂
I just made this recipe and OMG they’re sooo delicious! Just a warning the last 5-7 minutes should only be maybe 2 to 3 minutes. They were a bit crispier than I wanted, but still sooo good! YUM…
I am very glad you enjoyed it! Thank YOU! 🙂
Can we use fresh garlic? If so, how much would you recommend?
Hi!
Sure! You can use 1 clove of fresh garlic, minced, but if you want to use more or less, that’s okay, too. 😊
When fresh sprouts are not available, will this method work on frozen sprouts?
Hi!
I haven’t tested the recipe with frozen sprouts, but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work. Maybe you’ll just need to add a minute or two to the cooking time, but other than that, it should be OK.
Yes i did it and it came out great but i microwave them to thaw them first
These Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts are on my must-make list!
This might be the only way to enjoy brussel sprouts from here on out. I can’t wait to grab my air fryer and give these a try.
I’ll have to try this recipe out. I love brussel sprouts and this way sounds delicious!
Just when I think I can’t love Brussels Sprouts more you add garlic and cheese!! They will be perfect in the air fryer!
This is my favorite way to make brussel sprouts!
I just got an air fryer and I am so excited to try it out tonight with this recipe!
Simply AMAZING! The BEST thing to come out of my air fryer so far!
These Brussels sprouts are amazing. This is the perfect way to make them.
We can’t get enough of these sprouts! They are absolutely delicious!