Crispy, cheesy, and majorly delicious; these Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts are going to be your new go-to side dish. Only a handful of ingredients and only 132 calories per serving!
These crispy Brussels sprouts are going to blow your mind! They are AMAZINGLY delicious, crunchy, cheesy, salty, and soooooo good! They are the best Brussels sprouts I’ve ever had! Making them in the air fryer took half the time of roasting (recipe here) and was so easy! I highly recommend you try these Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts as a side dish during your next meal! I have tons of healthy dinner ideas to go along with these Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts as well! Make sure you try these Air Fryer Zucchini fries, Air Fryer Butternut Squash, Air Fryer Avocado Fries or Air Fryer Asparagus Fries too!
Now, these are NOT your Grandma’s Brussels Sprouts. You may think you HATE Brussels sprouts, but trust me, you are WRONG! You need to either roast or Air fry. Brussels sprouts to make them crispy and delicious. Boiled soggy Brussels are no one’s friend, and if that is the way you have tried them, you need to try them cooked correctly ASAP.
How to make Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts:
**scroll all the way down for the full printable recipe and ingredient list**
- Prep the Brussels sprouts; chop off the little stem at the bottom, then cut them in half.
- Using a medium or large bowl, place the halved Brussels sprouts into the bowl, then add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper and toss them around to coat.
- Using an Air Fryer, spread the Brussels sprouts into the basket, then close and turn the air fryer to 400 degrees and set to 5 minutes.
- While those are cooking, get 1/4 cup of bread crumbs and 1/4 cut parmesan cheese (I like to use freshly grated, but you can use pre-grated as well, just NOT the sprinkle type of parmesan). Once the timer beeps, open the air fryer and carefully mix the Brussels sprouts around.
- Spread them back in an even layer, then sprinkle the breadcrumbs and cheese over the tops. Close the Air fryer. and set for 5 more minutes at 400 degrees.
- When the time is up, remove the Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts and serve immediately!
The Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels sprouts come out super crispy, cheesy, seasoned perfectly and majorly delicious!
Are Brussels sprouts healthy or good for me?
**see recipe card for specific recipe nutritional information**
Yes!!! Brussels Sprouts are one of the healthiest foods you can consume, and they have very little calories for the amount of nutrients they provide!
- They are one of the better green vegetable sources of protein, and just one serving meets the daily vitamin C and vitamin K requirements. One cup provides:
- 195% of vitamin K, 125% of vitamin C, and 10 percent or more of vitamin A, vitamin B-6, folate, potassium, and manganese
- There are many potential health benefits associated with Brussels sprouts, including eye and bone protection.
- Many studies have suggested that increasing consumption of Brussels sprouts and similar cruciferous vegetables can decrease the risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and overall mortality.
- Brussels sprouts should not be overcooked as this reduces nutrient levels.
What type of Air Fryer should I use for Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts?
I suggest using a larger air fryer, and making sure you can spread the Brussels Sprouts in an even layer. There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my OMORC Air Fryer XL, 5.8QT Air fryer! Here are some great options:
- Air Fryer XL Touchscreen by Cozyna (5.7QT) is a large air fryer that looks to cook evenly!
- OMORC Air Fryer XL, 5.8QT Air fryer Oven Oilless Cooker with Hot Air Circulation Tech for Fast Healthier Food
- Tidylife Air Fryer XL, 1700W 5.8 QT 8-in-1 Digital Touch Screen Oilless Air Fryer
- GoWISE USA 5.8-Quarts 8-in-1 Electric Air Fryer – this one includes a recipe book with over 50 recipes!!
Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts make the perfect side dish, or even meal in my case! Taking only TEN minutes to make, they’re super quick, easy, and majorly delicious! Serve these alongside a One Skillet Hamburger Casserole for a balanced meal!
If you like nutritious side dishes, you have to see these other recipes from Domestic Superhero:
- Asian Glazed Brussels Sprouts – perfect dinner companion! Roasted with a delicious spicy sweet glaze that everyone will love!
- Air Fryer Avocado Fries are creamy and crunchy without any oily mess! With only a handful of ingredients, these are the perfect healthy snack or appetizer!
- Air Fryer Baked Potatoes are so easy – crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside!
- This is the best Copycat PF Chang’s Spicy Green Beans recipe and perfect as a side dish or vegetarian main dish served over rice!
- Instant Pot Garlic Hummus Recipe only has a handful of ingredients; Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this recipe !
- Garlic Ginger Spinach is the perfect blend of Garlic and Ginger, sautéed with delicious healthy fresh spinach.
- Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish! Save time using the Instant Pot, then load them up with delicious toppings for a healthy meal! This CRISPY SKIN HACK is AWESOME!!
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Crispy, cheesy, and majorly delicious; these Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts are going to be your new go-to side dish. Only a handful of ingredients and only 132 calories per serving!
- 1 lb Brussels Sprouts, ends trimmed and cut in half
- 1 TBS extra virgin olive oil
- 1 TBS balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
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Using a medium or large bowl, place the halved Brussels sprouts into the bowl, then add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper and toss to coat.
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Using an Air Fryer, spread the Brussels sprouts into the basket, then close and turn the air fryer to 400 degrees and set timer to 5 minutes.
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Once the timer beeps, open the air fryer and carefully mix the Brussels sprouts around.
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Spread them in an even layer, then sprinkle the breadcrumbs and cheese over the tops (some might fall down into the cracks, that's okay). Close the Air Fryer and set for 5 more minutes at 400 degrees.
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When the time is up, remove the Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts and serve immediately
Makes 4 servings.
Nutritional Info per serving: 132 calories, 5 grams fat, 17 grams carbohydrates, 4 grams fiber, 7 grams protein.
Weight watchers: 4 points per serving
Courtney says
This recipe just made me order an air fryer! YUM!
Demeter says
These look so perfect! Love that they’re crispy.
Sabrina says
I cannot wait to try these! I just got my air fryer and this looks like the perfect recipe to start with! Yum!
Jen says
My husband loves brussels sprouts so I know he’s going to love this! I bet my kids would eat these up too.
Steph says
I love brussels sprouts and now I can make them in my air fryer…thanks!!
Sommer says
So glad I tried this way of preparing Brussel sprouts! The only way to do it.
Amy Locurto says
These are amazing and so easy!!!
Catalina says
I wish I had a huge bowl for my lunch today! Looks heavenly!
Abeer says
Looks so good! I am totally drooling over this goodness!
MaryKay Wood says
Oh my word!! I LOVE Brussels sprouts and these look delicious! May need to invest in an air fryer. 💕
Allyson says
You would LOVE them!!! Air Fryer is definitely a game changer!
ANNA says
There are TOASTER OVENS with AIR FYER ABILITY…I have one it is TERRIFIC
Mallory Lanz says
My husband loves crispy wings. Thanks for a great recipe!
Alli says
What a perfect way to use the air fryer. I’m always stuck in things to do with Brussel sprouts. Thank you!!
Chrissie Baker says
Absolutely delish! I can’t believe how good it comes out on the air fryer!
Taylor says
Love the idea of making these in the air fryer! They look SO crispy and delicious!
Norma says
I just bought a 6 Qt. Air Fryer XL with a door and a rotating basket and 3 racks. I don’t have a pull out deep basket.
Allyson says
Sounds great!
Frances says
Easy to make and really delicious!
Audrey says
The flavor was great but the texture was a little off…there were dry but very chewy and hard to eat, almost seemed somewhat raw when bitten into. Not sure what happened…cooked exactly as recipe said.
Gail says
They came out perfecto!!
Allyson says
That is great!!!
Vince Craig says
What setting do I put the airfryer on? I have airfry, bake, broil, etc… Do I leave them on airfry?
Allyson says
I always use air fry normal setting and never use the presets.
Lorraine says
I am an air fryer newbie so I test out lots of recipes. Love 💕 these brussel sprouts! Next recipe ??
Allyson says
Glad you loved them!!!! Why don’t you try out these Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes?!?! They are easy breezy and delicious!
BA Bonetti says
Can you use frozen and just thaw them before airfrying?
Allyson says
I haven’t tried that an honestly I am not a fan of frozen sprouts as they always end up soggy, but you are welcome to give it a go! Let me know how it turns out.
Pat Smith says
I would like to take these as a side dish for a pot luck. Apparently they wouldn’t be eaten immediately – would this recipe work?
Allyson says
Yes that is fine!
SRB says
This is a good recipe, but the brussel sprouts need to be cooked at least twice as long. If you are using small ones it might turn out ok. They weren’t cooked enough.
Peggy Keller says
Do you use Air Fryer setting or Roast setting?
Allyson says
I always use the air fryer setting!
Paula says
I made this last night and it was absolutely delicious!
Julia says
Does anyone know if I can use the sprinkle kind of Parmesan? I don’t have shreds and I know the recipe specifically says not to, but I wonder what would happen if I did?
Allyson says
Julia- you can use sprinkle cheese if need be, the taste will be different but should still be yummy 🙂