Light Crispy Zucchini Chips (Print View)

Thinly sliced zucchini, lightly breaded and air-fried for a healthy, crispy snack alternative.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced

→ Breading

02 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free alternative)
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

# Method:

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, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
04 - Dip each zucchini slice into the beaten eggs, then coat with the 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, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp.
07 - Serve immediately as a snack or side dish.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Tastes indulgently crispy without the guilt or grease of deep frying.
  • Ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for unexpected snack cravings or last-minute gatherings.
  • Your air fryer finally becomes the kitchen hero it promised to be.
02 -
  • Don't skip drying the zucchini—I learned this the hard way with a batch that steamed instead of crisped, and it changed everything once I stopped being lazy about it.
  • The flip halfway through isn't just a suggestion; it's what ensures even browning and prevents one side from getting dark while the other stays pale.
03 -
  • Slice your zucchini on a mandoline if you have one—consistent thickness means even cooking, and it's faster than pretending your knife skills are better than they are.
  • Keep a damp paper towel nearby while you're breading; once your fingers get too sticky, you can't coat anything properly, and a quick wipe solves it instantly.
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