Description
Enjoy guilt-free air fryer zucchini chips! Quick, crispy, and perfect for healthy snacking. Try this easy recipe today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini (about 1 pound)
- ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup white whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt plus an extra pinch or two
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 large egg
- Nonstick cooking spray (olive oil or canola oil flavored)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 425°F (220°C) or place oven racks in the upper and lower thirds of your oven and preheat to the same temperature. If using the oven, coat two large, rimmed baking sheets with nonstick spray.
- Trim off the ends of the zucchini and cut them crosswise into ¼-inch-thick coins. Spread the sliced zucchini onto paper towels or a dry kitchen towel and lightly pat dry. This step is crucial for achieving crispiness.
- In a wide, shallow dish (like a pie dish), combine the Panko, flour, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder, and pepper. In a separate shallow dish, briskly whisk the egg until lightly foamy.
- Place the zucchini in the bowl with the egg, tossing to coat them evenly. Shake off any excess egg, then add the zucchini to the bowl with the Panko mixture. Coat them well, pressing lightly so that the mixture adheres. Arrange the zucchini on the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they do not touch.
- Lightly coat the exposed sides of the zucchini with cooking spray. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven. Lightly coat with spray again, rotate the pans 180 degrees, and switch their positions in the oven. Continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the crumbs are crisp and golden while the insides remain tender.
- Immediately sprinkle with a pinch of additional salt. Serve the chips right away, as they will soften if left to sit.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sides
- Method: Air-Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
Keywords: Zucchini Chips, Healthy Snacks, Air Fryer, Parmesan, Vegetarian Recipes, Comfort Food