Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli
Making Frozen Broccoli in the Fryer is so quick and easy! In just 10 minutes you can serve up perfectly cooked crispy broccoli from frozen with no thawing required. This is a fantastic healthy side dish to serve with all your meals.
Suitable for vegan, gluten free, and low carb diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points.
Love roasted vegetables? Want to whip up a batch of delicious frozen broccoli at a moments notice? Then you’ll be glad to know that you can now make Frozen Broccoli In Air Fryer, with no prep, no thawing, and in about 10 minutes. #airfryerhacksforthewin
This post is the complete guide to cooking Air Fryer Frozen Air Fryer Broccoli, with lots of hints and tips on how to get it perfect and crispy every single time.
It is great recipe to pullout when you need extra veggies to go with your main meal, just as much as it is for when you are scrambling around your freezer looking for something to whip up.
Check out with these of frozen favs like Air Fryer Frozen Onion Rings and delicious food like Air Fryer Frozen Burrito.
And whilst at it check out how to cook these Air Fryer Frozen Corn Dogs and the guide on how to Air Fryer Frozen Vegetables.
Table of Contents
Can I Cook Frozen Broccoli In An Air Fryer?
Lots of people ask can you air fry frozen vegetables? And can you air fry frozen broccoli? The answer is yes! You can air fry frozen broccoli and other veggies. And cooking frozen broccoli at a higher heat reduces the chance of it going soggy.
This is great for whipping up as a healthy side dish for lunch or dinner, for snacking, adding to salads and more.
Yeap, the air fryer is the perfect tool to cook up good-for-you frozen broccoli and all sorts of nutritious frozen veggies quickly and easily. Try this easy recipe, you just may never want to use another method again for roasted vegetables!
Also you will love the fail proof How To Cook Frozen Broccoli post and this How To Cook Frozen Corn On The Cob Air Fryer.
Why Make This
- Quick and easy – crispy broccoli is simple to cook up in about 10 minutes with minimal prep time and perfectly roasted broccoli every time.
- Healthier – Serve this up with your favorite dipping sauce instead of fries.
- Affordable – just grab that budget-friendly pack of frozen broccoli.
- Prep ahead – prep ahead and serve when needed.
- Scale up – double or triple to feed a crowd.
- Dietary – suitable for vegan, gluten free, and low carb diets.
Ok, ready for air frying frozen broccoli? then let’s get cooking……..
Ingredient Notes
The great thing about this is that it is simple and you only need 4 ingredients to make this.
- The veggie – This recipe uses store-bought frozen broccoli that has not been thawed and is cooked straight from frozen. Find them in the freezer section of the grocery store. Fresh broccoli will cook differently.
- Oil – just regular olive oil or canola oil or avocado oil ork great.
- Flavorings – salt and garlic powder complete this.
How To Cook Frozen Broccoli In Air Fryer
Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C.
- Mix frozen broccoli florets with oil and garlic powder and salt in a large bowl and place broccoli in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry frozen broccoli for 8-14 minutes or until sizzling and browning at the edges, carefully turning in the basket halfway through.
- If you want it crispier, continue cooking broccoli in air fryer for a couple more minutes, but keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn. Serve immediately or save till needed.
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Your Air fryer temperature can vary depending on the make and air fryer model. I recommend starting with less cook time, checking for doneness, then adding more time as needed.
Make This In The Instant Pot With The Air Fryer Lid
Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.
- Put the Instant Pot Air Fryer Basket into the Pressure Cooker and add prepared frozen broccoli florets into the Air Fryer Basket (you will need to do this in batches).
- Lock the Air Fryer Lid, select air fryer function, set it to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C for 20 minutes, and press start.
- Cook until about 10 minutes and check – this will give you and idea of how much more time is needed. Cook for about 6-8 minutes more and then check again. If not done then cook for a further few minutes.
Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli Tips
- For the best results preheat Air Fryer before cooking this.
- You will end up with liquid inside the base of the basket of the Air Fryer from the melted ice. Use tongs to remove the cooked vegetable, then carefully pour out the excess water.
- Make sure to separate florets that are stuck together before cooking.
- The Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli will be really hot, so let it cool down before eating.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer so the florets cook evenly. If your air fryer is small you may need to cook this in batches.
- If using an Air Fryer oven style version, try and use the middle tray as the top tray would cook quicker and the lower tray will cook slower.
- Try and cook similar sized florets at the same time so they cook at an even rate.
- Head on over to this post to learn How to use an Air Fryer.
- Broccoli can get a little messy in the basket so feel free to use some parchment paper in the basket to make clean up easier.
Variations
- Vary the veggies – you can use a combination of frozen broccoli and cauliflower.
- Add extra seasoning – add extra at the end. See some tasty ideas below.
- Add cheese – like vegan cheese or parmesan cheese.
- Citrus – serve with lemon wedges.
Seasoning Ideas
Feel free to add extra seasoning after cooking. Add the dry favorite seasonings of your choice, such as grated parmesan, oregano, chopped cilantro or parsley, lemon zest, stone house seasoning, Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes or plain old salt and pepper.
FAQs
Cooking Frozen Broccoli times depend on the size of the florets and the temperature. Based on a 400F / 200C temperature and for larger florets, I suggest cooking them for 8 – 14 minutes.
Test broccoli and then add a few more minutes if needed. And if you want your broccoli crispy then add a few more minutes on too.
You can also do the same with other frozen vegetables like frozen carrots and frozen cauliflower.
Yes, you can cook this without any oil. Simply place in the air fryer basket and cook. Season at the end.
You can absolutely cook from frozen in the air fryer. For the best texture, cook frozen vegetables with no thawing in the air fryer – so they don’t go soggy.
Same with frozen meats, pizza etc, cook from frozen. Check out this post on How To Cook Frozen Food In The Air Fryer.
More Air Fryer Frozen Food Hacks
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- Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Wings.
- Air Fryer Frozen French Fries.
- Air Fryer Frozen Pizza.
- Air Fryer Frozen Corn Dogs.
- Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp.
- Air Fryer Frozen Waffle Fries.
- Air Fryer Frozen Vegetables.
- Get My complete List of Air Fryer Recipes.
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- Air Fryer Nashville Hot Chicken. I love this.
- You can also serve these Air Fryer Green Beans And Air Fryer Cabbage alongside this recipe.
Weight Watchers Points
If you replace the oil with a calorie-controlled cooking spray, there are 0 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving.
Tools Needed
- An Air Fryer.
- Tongs.
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Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli
Ingredients
- 1 pound (453g) frozen broccoli
- 2 teaspoons oil or calorie-controlled cooking spray
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder or to taste
- salt to taste
Instructions
To Make in the Air Fryer
- Preheat Air fryer to 400F / 200C.
- Mix frozen broccoli with oil and garlic, powder, and salt and place into the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 8-14 minutes or until sizzling and browning at the edges, turning halfway through.
- If you want it crispier, you can air fry for a couple more minutes, but keep an eye on it so it doesn't burn.
To Make in the Instant Pot with Air Fryer Lid
- Put the Instant Pot Air Fryer Basket into the Instant Pot and add prepared frozen broccoli into the Air Fryer Basket (you will need to do this in batches).
- Lock the Air Fryer Lid, select air fryer function, set it to 400F / 200C for 20 minutes, and press start.
- Cook until about 10 minutes and check – this will give you and idea of how much more time is needed. Cook for about 6-8 minutes more and then check again. If not done then cook for a further few minutes.
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Notes
- You will end up with liquid inside the base of the basket of the Air Fryer from the melted ice. Use tongs to remove the cooked vegetable, then carefully pour out the excess water.
- Make sure to separate florets that are stuck together before cooking.
- The broccoli will be really hot, so let it cool down before eating.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer so the broccoli cooks evenly. If your air fryer is small you may need to cook this in batches.
- If using an oven-style Air Fryer, try and use the middle tray as the top tray would cook quicker and the lower tray will cook slower.
- If you replace the olive oil with a calorie-controlled cooking spray, there are 0 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in a serving.
I just love how simple it is to take frozen veggies and cook them to perfection with an air fryer. I’m due to get an air fryer soon and I’m so excited to see how easy it is to cook frozen broccoli. Simple and healthy, this looks good!
What a great idea for a simple side dish! Will be great with some seasoning or a bit of butter.
This was such a delicious and easy side to make for our dinner! We even added some grated cheese on the top after being cooked. Definitely making this again!
I simply love how quick and easy this air fryer broccoli is to make.
I love the look of this frozen broccoli made in your air fryer. I’ve been meaning to get an air fryer soon, so I can’t wait to try this for my family! Thank you!
I’m going to get myself an Air fryer my friend told me it’s the best gift she got from her sisters for her b/day. You have just confirmed it to me to get one
Thank you for the recipe!