Light Crispy Zucchini Chips (Printable Version)

Thin zucchini slices with a crispy, flavorful coating make a delightful, healthy snack option.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced

→ Breading

02 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs or gluten-free breadcrumbs
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Coating

08 - 2 large eggs, beaten

→ Optional

09 - Olive oil spray

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
02 - Pat zucchini slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
03 - In a shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
04 - Dip each zucchini slice into beaten eggs, then dredge in breadcrumb mixture pressing gently to adhere.
05 - Place breaded zucchini slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Lightly spray with olive oil if desired.
06 - Air-fry for 8 to 10 minutes in batches, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
07 - Serve immediately as a snack or side dish.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • They're genuinely crispy and satisfying without the grease or guilt that comes with deep frying.
  • Takes barely 30 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for when you need a snack right now.
  • The seasoning blend is flexible enough to switch up whenever you're bored, so these never feel repetitive.
02 -
  • Moisture is the enemy of crispiness, so don't skip the step of drying your zucchini or you'll end up with steamed vegetables instead of chips.
  • If your slices are too thick, they'll stay soft in the middle even if the outside crisps up, so a mandoline or a really sharp knife is worth the effort.
03 -
  • If your air fryer tends to cook hot spots, rotate your basket or flip your chips more frequently than the recipe suggests.
  • Make these in batches rather than cramming them all in at once, because air circulation is what makes them crispy instead of crowded.
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