Easy Air Fryer Frozen Green Beans

Air frying frozen green beans is a quick (8-10 minutes at 400 F/200 c) and easy way to make a delicious and healthy side dish that’s perfect for any dinner table. The air fryer’s ability to quickly cook food perfectly and evenly – helps me on those busy weeknights or when having to do last-minute meal planning.

In this article, I’ll guide you through the best way to cook frozen green beans in your air fryer. Whether you’re looking for a simple side dish or a way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. Air fryer green beans will be well received at your dinner table.

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Why cook frozen green beans in an air fryer?

Quick and Easy – Air fryers are great at cooking all frozen foods, green beans are no exception. Simply add the frozen green beans to your air fryer basket and air fry for 8-10 minutes. You can cook them frozen, no need to defrost them.

Crispy – As the green beans are frozen, they will not char like fresh green beans. With some added seasoning your air fryer will produce green beans full of flavor.

Not soggy – Setting the air fryer timer will deliver crispy green beans. Goodbye to soggy or charred beans.

How long does it take to cook frozen green beans in the air fryer?

It takes 8-10 minutes in an air fryer set at 400 F (200 c) to cook frozen green beans in an air fryer.

Suggested seasoning or added extras

If you want to add some flavor to your frozen green beans you could add some of your favorite seasonings. These could include…

• Oil – Olive or avocado oil
• Sea salt and black pepper
• Parmesan cheese
• Onion powder
• Garlic powder
• Soy sauce
• Balsamic vinegar
• Italian seasoning
• Red pepper flakes

What equipment do I need to cook frozen green beans in an air fryer?

To cook frozen green beans in an air fryer, all you need is…

• Kitchen tongs or a serving spoon – To turn and remove the green beans once cooked.
• Large mixing bowl – To mix any herbs and spices with the frozen green beans.
• Air fryer liner (optional) – Parchment paper, aluminum foil, or silicone to reduce clean-up time.

How to cook frozen green beans in an air fryer

To air-fry green beans full of flavor follow these simple step-by-step instructions.

Step 1 – Preheat the air fryer.

Preheat the air fryer to 400 F (200 c).

Step 2 – Prepare the green beans

Mix the frozen green beans in a large bowl with the avocado or olive oil plus any extra seasoning you are using.

Step 3 – Prepare the basket

Once the air fryer has pre-heated, add an air fryer basket liner if using. Parchment paper or silicone are all great options. 

Step 4 – Add the green beans

Pour the seasoned frozen green beans into the air fryer basket.

Step 5 – Cook

Cook the frozen green beans for 8 minutes in the preheated air fryer.

Step 6 – Shake

After 4 minutes shake the air fryer basket to move the green beans around. Return to the air fryer to cook for a further 4 minutes.

Step 7 – Check

After the 8 minutes check the frozen green beans to see if they are cooked to your preference.

Step 8– Extra Time (optional)

If you would like the green beans to be crispier or you are air frying lots of green beans, air fry them for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 9 – Serve

Once the green beans are cooked to your preference, use the tongs to remove them from the air fryer and enjoy.

Top tips

Preheat – For best results preheat the air fryer.

Do not overfill – You do not need to organize the green beans in a single layer. But do not overfill. The hot air still needs to circulate to an extent to cook all the green beans.

Shake – To crisp the green beans all over, shake the air fryer basket halfway through the cooking time.

Experiment – Play around with adding your favorite seasonings to your green beans.

Serving with

Air-fried green beans are a great low-carb side dish that’s perfect for the whole family. Green beans pair well with a variety of main dishes, from grilled chicken to roasted beef or fish.

For a complete meal, consider serving them with other healthy side dishes, such as air-fried sweet potato wedges or a simple green salad. Experiment with adding different seasonings to match the beans perfectly with everything else on the plate.

Air-fried green beans are a great option if you are looking for an easy way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. Their crispy texture and delicious flavor will make them a hit with both kids and adults alike.

Common questions

How do I store leftover cooked green beans?

If you have some leftover green beans, wait for the green beans to cool to room temperature. Put the green beans in an airtight container. Store the green beans in the fridge for up to 3 days.

How do I reheat green beans?

To reheat the green beans, air fry them at 340 F (170 c) for 2 minutes. Or microwave for 1 minute.

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