Air-Fryer Frozen Green Beans: A Quick, Crunchy Treat

Air fryer frozen breaded green beans are a quick and easy snack or side dish that can be made in minutes. They are a great low-carb alternative to regular fries and are even healthier than deep-fried green beans. This recipe will take you through the steps to make delicious, crispy, golden, breaded green beans using your air fryer.

Air fryer temperature and time

The air fryer temperature and time will depend on the type of green beans you are cooking and the level of crispness you want to achieve.

Air Frying Frozen Green Beans

Frozen green beans can be cooked directly from frozen. There is no need to thaw them first. To achieve a crispy texture, it is important not to overcrowd the air fryer basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook the green beans in batches.

For frozen green beans, a temperature of between 375°F to 400°F is recommended. The cooking time will vary depending on the model of your air fryer, but on average, the green beans will take 8 to 10 minutes. It is a good idea to toss the beans halfway through to ensure even cooking and to check their progress.

Air Frying Fresh Green Beans

When cooking fresh green beans, it is important to trim the ends and remove any stems. You may also need to cut larger beans in half so that they are all of a similar size. Fresh green beans should be cooked in a single layer in the air fryer basket to ensure they get crispy. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook them in batches.

A temperature of 380°F is recommended for cooking fresh green beans. The cooking time will vary depending on the model of your air fryer, but on average, the green beans will take 8 to 10 minutes. It is a good idea to toss the beans halfway through to ensure even cooking and to check their progress.

Tips for Cooking Green Beans in the Air Fryer

• Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket—work in batches if necessary.
• Toss the green beans halfway through cooking to ensure they crisp up on all sides.
• Do not thaw frozen green beans before cooking as this will make them soggy.
• Spread the green beans in an even layer in the air fryer basket to encourage even crisping.
• There is no need to preheat the air fryer unless your model specifically recommends it.
• Cooking spray can be used to evenly coat the green beans in oil, but it is not necessary if you are tossing the beans in oil before cooking.
• Add flavours and garnishes after cooking, such as butter, a squeeze of lemon juice, sliced almonds, or chopped nuts.

Air fryer frozen green beans recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 bag of frozen green beans (16 ounces)
• 2 tablespoons of melted butter
• 1 tablespoon of Everything Bagel seasoning
• 1/4 cup of grated parmesan

Method:

• Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees F.
• Drizzle the melted butter over the frozen green beans and quickly toss with tongs to coat before the butter cools and hardens.
• Add the Everything Bagel seasoning and parmesan cheese. Toss to coat.
• Place the green beans in the air fryer. Sprinkle any extra cheese mixture on top.
• Fry for 11 minutes, tossing halfway through.
• Serve and enjoy!

Tips:

• You don't need to thaw the green beans before cooking.
• If you want to cook frozen crispy green beans (e.g. PF Chang's or Bird's Eye brands), preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F and cook for 7-9 minutes.
• You can experiment with different seasonings, such as chili powder, shredded cheddar cheese, lemon juice, or bacon.
• Always toss the green beans halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crisping.
• If your green beans are soggy, try air frying them for 1-2 minutes before adding the other ingredients.

Air fryer frozen green beans seasoning

Cooking frozen green beans in an air fryer is a quick and easy way to get a tasty veggie side dish on the table in a matter of minutes. And the best part? No prep work is required!

Seasoning Frozen Green Beans

You can season your frozen green beans with almost anything you like. Here are some ideas:

• Salt and pepper
• Everything but the Bagel seasoning
• Fresh lemon juice and lemon zest
• Parmesan cheese
• Shaved almonds
• Crumbled bacon
• Garlic powder
• Red pepper flakes
• Olive oil
• Avocado oil
• Vegetable oil
• Butter
• Chili powder
• Cheddar cheese

If you're using frozen breaded green beans, like PF Chang's or Bird's Eye, you can simply throw them into the air fryer without any oil or seasoning and cook for about 7 to 9 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit, or until they're nice and crispy.

If you're using plain frozen green beans, the cooking time will depend on your desired level of crispiness. Here are some general guidelines:

• Cook at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 8 to 10 minutes for tender green beans.
• Cook at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes for crispy green beans.
• If you're using an Instant Pot, preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and set the timer for 10 minutes.

Tips for Making Frozen Green Beans Crispy

• Do not thaw the green beans before cooking.
• Do not overcrowd the air fryer. Work in batches if needed.
• Toss the green beans halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crisping.

Air fryer frozen green beans storage

Air fryer frozen green beans are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store them in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If you have a lot of leftovers, it's best to store them in an airtight container.

To reheat, simply pop them back into the air fryer at 350°F for about 10 minutes, or until heated through. You can also reheat in the air fryer at 360°F for 1-3 minutes.

Air fryer frozen green beans serving suggestions

Air fryer frozen green beans are a quick and easy side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. Here are some suggestions for what to serve with them:

Proteins

• Chicken: Air fryer frozen green beans can be served alongside grilled, roasted, or fried chicken.
• Salmon
• Steak
• Shrimp
• Chicken leg quarters
• Chicken thighs
• Sirloin tip roast

Other Sides

• Roasted cauliflower steaks
• Mac and cheese, especially white wine mac and cheese
• Any other creamy pasta, such as fettuccine or garlic and scallops pasta
• Air fryer sides like sweet potato fries, roasted carrots, or artichokes

Other Suggestions

You can also serve air fryer frozen green beans as a snack or with other frozen foods cooked in the air fryer, such as hamburgers, nuggets, or pizza roll-ups.

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