Air Fryer Broccoli
Temperature
375°F
190°C
Time
8 min
1 head (florets)
Heat through to
Piping hot
cooked right through
Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
13 min
Roasted in the air fryer, broccoli develops slightly charred, crispy tops that are a world away from steaming. It's done in under ten minutes and keeps far more flavor.
Ingredients
Quantities for 1 head (florets) - the times on this page assume that much in the basket.
- 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- A pinch of chili flakes
- Salt
- Grated parmesan, to finish
How to air fry broccoli
- Cut the head into even florets and toss them with the oil, sliced garlic, chili flakes and salt. The garlic crisps into chips as the broccoli roasts. Keep the parmesan back until it comes out - it burns at this temperature.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Add the fresh broccoli to the basket. Don't pack the basket.
- Cook for about 8 minutes, tossing the florets halfway through.
Pro tip
Slice the garlic rather than using powder - it crisps into chips as the broccoli roasts.
How to tell when it's done
It's ready when the florets are tender with crisp, browned edges - toss it halfway so the tops char evenly. A minute more for softer, a minute less for more bite.
Converting from an oven recipe
If your recipe is written for a conventional oven, lower the temperature by about 25°F (15°C) and reduce the time by roughly 20% to land near 375°F for 8 minutes. Need a different starting point? Use the conversion calculator.
Air fryer broccoli: FAQ
How long does it take to air fry broccoli?
Air fry broccoli at 375°F (190°C) for about 8 minutes, tossing the florets halfway through. That's for 1 head (florets) in a single layer; adjust slightly for a fuller basket or a different model.
What temperature do you air fry broccoli at?
Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). If you're converting an oven recipe, that's roughly 25°F (15°C) below the oven temperature, with the time cut by about 20%.
Do I need to preheat the air fryer for broccoli?
A 2-3 minute preheat gives the most accurate timing and the best browning, but it isn't essential - if you skip it, add a minute or two to the cook time.