These Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan Cheese are a great side dish. They’re tender on the inside, and nice and crispy on the outside. Plus, they’re full of flavor and covered in cheese.
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Why this Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe is a Keeper
I love this recipe for crispy parmesan brussels sprouts because they’re the perfect, quick and easy side that’s full of incredibly tasty crispy cheese flavor.
- Transforms a Vegetable: Brussels sprouts can be polarizing. This recipe, with high-heat roasting, caramelizes the natural sugars and creates a crispy texture, which eliminates the bitterness that many people dislike.
- Simple & Fast: The ingredient list is short and uses pantry staples like olive oil, garlic, and Parmesan. Prep time is minimal, and the cooking time is relatively quick, making it a perfect weeknight side dish.
- Big Flavor: The combination of garlic, salty Parmesan cheese, and a finishing touch like balsamic vinegar or lemon juice creates a rich, savory, and well-balanced flavor profile.
How Do you Prevent Soggy Brussels Sprouts?
To avoid a mushy or soggy end result when making brussels sprouts, be sure to roast in a preheated oven and a high temperature.
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Ingredient Notes for Parmesan Brussels Sprouts
This recipe for brussels sprouts uses easy, fresh ingredients that pack a punch of flavor.
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Brussels Sprouts: Use fresh whole brussels sprouts, or halved brussels sprouts if they’re big.
- Parmesan: Fresh parmesan is best for melting and for flavor. Feel free to sprinkle with parmesan at the end for even more cheesy goodness.
- Garlic: I always prefer to use fresh garlic foe the best flavor, but minced garlic from a jar works too.
Variations and Substitutions for Crispy Parmesan Brussel Sprouts
This Italian Brussel sprouts recipe is super easy to customize. I like to take it to the next level by using different ingredients or trying different flavors.
- Cheese: While Parmesan is classic, you can substitute with other hard Italian cheeses like Pecorino Romano or use softer cheeses like cubed mozzarella, provolone, or feta. For a vegan option, use nutritional yeast.
- Seasoning: Add dried Italian seasoning, oregano, or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick. A pinch of brown sugar or a drizzle of maple syrup can enhance the caramelization and sweetness.
- Add-Ins: Add crispy bacon, prosciutto, or pancetta for a smoky, salty flavor. Top with toasted sliced almonds, pine nuts, or breadcrumbs for extra texture. Roast with other complementary vegetables like sliced red onion.
How to Make Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts
The best Brussel sprouts comes together in just 3 quick and easy steps. Easy parmesan crusted Brussel sprouts are so good, I make them whenever I need an easy side.
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Preheat your Oven: Preheat the oven and move the rack to the top position.
- Toss Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, toss brussels sprouts with minced garlic, grated parmesan, olive oil, water, salt and pepper.
- Roast the Sprouts: Spread the brussels sprouts out on a rimmed sheet pan and bake until crispy and caramelized.
Prep Ahead for Garlic Parmesan Roasted Sprouts
Preparing steps for Brussel sprouts and parmesan cheese ahead of time can be the best way to go to be able to make and enjoy them whenever.
- Trim and Wash: You can trim and wash the Brussels sprouts up to 3-5 days in advance. Make sure they are completely dry before storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Seasoning Mix: You can pre-mix your dry seasonings (garlic powder, salt, pepper) in a small container to have ready to go.
Alternate Cooking Methods for this Vegetable Side Dish
Make this parm roasted brussel sprouts recipe another way by using your air fryer or stovetop.
- Air Fryer: For an even faster and crispier result, use an air fryer. Toss the sprouts with oil and seasonings, then cook in the air fryer, shaking the basket periodically, until they are crispy and tender.
- Stovetop Sauté: Sauté the Brussels sprouts in a large skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. This method requires more frequent stirring to prevent burning but can also yield a great, simply roasted result.
How to Store, Reheat and Use Leftovers
- Store: Keep leftover sprouts in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for 3-4 days. Note that they will lose some of their crispiness.
- Reheat: The best way to enjoy brussels sprouts again is to reheat the leftovers in the oven or an air fryer. Arrange the brussels sprouts on a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and reheat at a high temperature for a few minutes. Avoid the microwave, as it will make them soggy.
- Use Leftovers: Leftover garlic roasted brussels sprouts can be a great addition to other meals:
- Salads: Chop up Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan Cheese and add to a green or grain salad.
- Grain Bowls: Use them as a topping for a warm grain bowl with rice or quinoa.
Questions About This Brussels Sprouts with Cheese Crust
If your roasted Brussel sprouts aren’t getting crispy, they might be too big. Next time, if you have big sprouts, chop them in half so that they can get nice and crisp.
Brussels sprouts are naturally bitter to some people. Curb the bitterness by adding a little lemon juice, apple cider vinegar or something sweet like honey.
The recipe doesn’t say that you have to flip them, however you can if you want. Be sure to not leave the oven door open too long so that you don’t lose a bunch of heat.
Tips for Making Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan
- Cut Size Matters: Trim the stems and remove any loose outer leaves. Cut the sprouts in half. If they are very large, quarter them. This helps them cook more evenly and get crispy.
- Season Generously: Don’t be afraid to season. Salt and pepper are key, and the cheese and other additions really make the flavor pop on these Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan Cheese.
- Don’t Overcook: Overcooking leads to sogginess and a strong flavor. Roast until they are tender on the inside and nicely browned and caramelized on the outside.
- Cut-Side Down: For the best caramelization, place the baked brussels sprouts with parmesan cut-side down on the baking sheet for the initial part of the roasting time. This creates a larger surface area for browning.
- Serve this Recipe With: Serve with Garlic Parmesan Grilled Corn on the Cob, Tuscan Roasted Parmesan Asparagus or Crock Pot Italian Meatballs and Sauce.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh Brussels sprouts, stems removed and quartered
- 3 cloves Garlic, finely minced
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 Tablespoon Olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Ground black pepper
- ¼ cup Water
Instructions
- Move oven rack to the top position and preheat to 425℉. In a large bowl, toss the Brussels sprouts, minced garlic, parmesan cheese, olive oil, water, salt and pepper. Add more salt and pepper to taste, as needed.
- Spread sprouts on a shallow baking sheet or oven-proof skillet, and roast until tender and Brussels sprouts begin to turn crispy and caramelized, about 25-35 minutes. During the cooking time, check your sprouts and adjust time as needed.
- Remove from oven and toss Brussels sprouts in the pan, scraping up the good crispy bits
Christina’s Notes
- Add Bacon: Pancetta or crispy bacon can really elevate this side dish.
- Short cut tip: Buy bagged, cleaned and trimmed brussel sprouts in the supermarket.
- Variation tip: Really any kind of cheese enhances this dish, try feta or romano for a different taste.
- Alternate ingredient: Try pine nuts or any other chopped nut in this recipe to add a little crunch.
- Alternate cooking method tip: Roasted Brussel sprouts with garlic can be made in the air fryer too.
- Seasoning for Brussel Sprouts: Salt and pepper are great, to make it different try my All Purpose Seasoning Blend or a little red pepper flake
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
Oh, my! This was such a hit at our house. I couldn’t love it more.
Delicious! Parmesan is the perfect balance of flavor and saltiness for cruciferous veggies like Brussels Sprouts. Love! Love! Love!
Absolutely, you must try the Garlic Parmesan Brussels Sprout. The recipe is simple to follow as well. It’s kid-friendly since my kids ate it without whining about the vegetables.