Transform frozen broccoli into a perfectly roasted side dish using this quick and easy Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli recipe! 🤯 Fry it, to believe it!
Prep Time 2 minutesminutes
Cook Time 10 minutesminutes
Total Time 12 minutesminutes
Makes 4
Ingredients
1poundfrozen broccoli florets450 grams
2tablespoonolive oil
½teaspoongarlic powder
¼teaspoonred pepper flakesoptional
½teaspoonsaltor to taste
Instructions
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (204°C).
Season the frozen broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder and crushed red pepper flakes in a large mixing bowl. Toss with a spatula until evenly coated.
Air fry frozen broccoli for 10-12 minutes until tender and slightly golden. For even cooking, arrange your frozen broccoli florets in a single layer.
Finally, serve your air fryer frozen broccoli as a side dish for any protein! Enjoy!
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Notes
If your air fryer doesn't have a preheating option, you can set the temperature to 400°F (204°C) and then let it cook for 4-5 minutes without food.
Reduce the cooking temperature to 380°F (193°C) if you're using a 4-quart air fryer or smaller. They generate more heat because of the heating element's proximity to the food.
Roasted to Perfection – For a caramelized golden brown finish cook the broccoli for an additional 2-4 minutes.
Minimize Browning – If you want to minimize browning with your cruciferous vegetables, lower the heat to 300°F (149°C).
I used a 6-quart Instant Pot Vortex Plus to test the air fryer frozen broccoli recipe. Cooking time and temperature may vary depending on your air fryer and the number of servings you are making. For optimal results, begin with the lower end of the suggested cooking time.
Water may accumulate in your air fryer basket. Remove the roasted broccoli with non-abrasive tong then, dump the water in the sink.