Air Fryer Broccoli — pretty straightforward, right? Well yes, except…….in terms of a GREEN veggie, you can get on the table after work that everyone will actually eat. THIS IS THE G.O.A.T. Garlic and broccoli were made for each so you already know it’s going somewhere good.
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We have this side dish so often that I pretty much make it on autopilot now. Air Fryer Broccoli is a staple in our house because it is so disproportionately delicious to the time and effort it takes to put together. In under 10 minutes, you have roasted broccoli that’s tender but still retains a bite. And the savory, crispy, almost nutty exterior from air frying has everyone reaching for more.
Best of all, this recipe and technique will work for fresh or frozen broccoli simply by adjusting the cooking time, which is detailed below. You can start with whole heads of broccoli or those bags of fresh organic florets. This recipe is here to make dinner time easy, nourishing, and yummy with whatever works for you!
Air-fried broccoli is an absolute winner when paired with grilled fish or meat. It’s just as delectable alongside your favorite pasta dishes, especially with the Parmigiano addition! Serve with lemon wedges for a no-fuss, no-muss family favorite.
Ingredients
- Broccoli - fresh broccoli florets, cut them as evenly as you can.
- Garlic - I like to use fresh garlic but garlic powder also works equally well.
- Olive Oil - A generous amount of extra virgin olive oil adds flavor and helps the broccoli brown evenly.
How to Air Fry Broccoli
- Cut broccoli into 1-inch wide and 2-inch long florets. Place in a medium bowl and add garlic, salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Mix well coating the broccoli.
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 400 F for 5 minutes. Place the broccoli in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry at 350 F for 8 minutes.
- Shake the basket halfway through. *Optionally sprinkle Parmigiano over the broccoli for the last 2 minutes of cooking. Serve hot with lemon wedges and enjoy!
Serving ideas
Air Fried Broccoli is a perfect side dish to pair with
- Creamy Tomato Pasta or Penne Alla Vodka
- Tandoori Salmon or Chicken Kabobs
- Air Fried Tandoori Chicken or Fish Sticks
Storing
It's easy to make the air fryer broccoli a few hours ahead of your meal. Air fry for 5 to 6 minutes. Then when you are ready to eat pop the basket back in and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
Tips & Substitutions
- Cut the broccoli into similar-sized florets so they all cook evenly
- Use 1 teaspoon of garlic powder instead of fresh garlic
- Frozen broccoli in an air fryer? - Yes! You can air fry frozen broccoli. Start by air frying the frozen broccoli for 7 to 8 minutes so that it thaws. Then add all the seasonings and cook broccoli as per this recipe at 350 for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Don’t have an air fryer? - Preheat the oven to 400 F. Toss all ingredients, including Parmigiano if using, and line up the broccoli on a parchment paper-lined baking tray. Bake for 15 minutes at 400 F
More Air Fryer Recipes
Recipe
Air Fryer Broccoli
Equipment
Recipe Video
Ingredients
- 12 oz broccoli
- 5 garlic cloves pressed
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon cut into half
- 2 tablespoons grated parmigiano reggiano optional
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry broccoli. Cut into 1 inch wide and 2 inch long florets. Place in a medium bowl and add garlic, salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Mix well coating the broccoli.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 F for 5 minutes.
- Place the broccoli in the air fryer basket in a single layer along with the lemon.
- Air fry at 350 F for 8 minutes, shake the basket halfway through. *Optionally sprinkle Parmigiano over the broccoli for the last 2 minutes of cooking.
- Squeeze the lemon juice over the broccoli and serve hot.
Notes
Use 1 teaspoon of garlic powder instead of fresh garlic Oven Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400 F
- Toss all ingredients, including Parmigiano if using, and line up the broccoli on a parchment paper-lined baking tray.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 400 F
Yes! You can air fry frozen broccoli. Start by air frying the frozen broccoli for 7 to 8 minutes so that it thaws. Then add all the seasonings and cook broccoli as per this recipe at 350 for 8 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition
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Mohammed Umar says
Omg thank you. These came out amazing. Thinking of trying frozen broccoli next as that would save me more time. What temp would.i air fry them at to thaw for the first 7-8 mins?
Archana says
350 F
Maneesha says
Made this and loved it!! So easy and tasty! I tossed the air fried broccoli in a salad with some lemon vinaigrette dressing, perfect! I love your blog!
Archana says
Thank you, Maneesha!
Tarita Arora says
I tried this super easy n yummy air fryer broccoli recipe. Turned out great! I am munching it like chips and no guilt 🙂
Archana says
Thank you for your lovely feedback!