Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Chips (Printable)
Thinly sliced zucchini seasoned with Parmesan and spices, air fried until golden and crunchy for a healthy snack.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
→ Breading
02 - 1/2 cup almond flour (or regular breadcrumbs for non-gluten-free)
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Wet Ingredients
08 - 1 large egg
09 - 1 tablespoon water
→ Oil
10 - Olive oil spray
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes before beginning preparation.
02 - Pat zucchini slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring crispier results.
03 - Whisk egg and water together in a shallow bowl until fully combined.
04 - Combine almond flour, Parmesan, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl.
05 - Dip each zucchini slice into egg mixture, then press firmly into almond flour mixture to coat evenly on both sides.
06 - Place coated zucchini slices in a single layer in air fryer basket without overcrowding. Lightly spray tops with olive oil.
07 - Cook at 400°F for 8 minutes, flip chips, spray again with olive oil, and continue cooking for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
08 - Serve immediately while hot and crispy for optimal texture and flavor.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They satisfy that crunch craving without the heavy oil of traditional frying
- The Parmesan and almond flour coating creates an irresistible savory flavor
02 -
- Overcrowding the air fryer basket will result in soggy chips instead of crispy ones
- Slicing the zucchini too thick means they will cook unevenly and never achieve that perfect crunch
03 -
- Let the coated zucchini sit for about 10 minutes before air frying to help the coating adhere better
- Work in batches rather than overcrowding the basket for consistently crispy results