Description
Crispy, cheesy, and delicious—these Crispy Parmesan Asparagus Sticks are baked to golden perfection. A healthy snack, side dish, or appetizer ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooking spray or olive oil
Optional: Lemon wedges, ranch, garlic aioli, or marinara for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare asparagus – Wash, dry, and trim tough ends.
- Set up breading station – Place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a third.
- Coat asparagus – Dredge each spear in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange and bake – Place coated spears on the baking sheet. Spray with cooking spray or drizzle lightly with olive oil. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Serve – Enjoy hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Air Fryer Option: Cook at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway.
Notes
- Choose thicker asparagus spears for easier breading and crispiness.
- For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular.
- Add chili flakes or cayenne for a spicy twist.
- Serve immediately for best crispiness.
- If air frying, avoid overcrowding the basket for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes