Description
Crispy air fryer zucchini chips deliver a guilt-free snack that elevates garden vegetables into an irresistible treat. Seasoned with parmesan and herbs, these chips will satisfy your craving for something crunchy and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis (thinly sliced)
- ⅓ cup (79 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
- ⅓ cup (79 ml) panko breadcrumbs
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
- Fresh parsley (optional)
- Dipping sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Employ a mandoline to precision-slice zucchinis into uniform, translucent rounds approximately 1/8 inch thick, ensuring consistent texture and cooking.
- Moisture Removal: Use paper towels to meticulously blot zucchini slices, extracting excess liquid to guarantee maximum crispiness during the air frying process.
- Seasoning & Coating: Combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl, then delicately massage olive oil onto zucchini rounds before thoroughly coating each slice in the flavor-packed seasoning mixture.
- Air Frying Setup: Preheat air fryer to 375F (190C), then strategically arrange zucchini chips in a single, uncrowded layer within the basket to optimize air circulation and ensure even browning.
- Cooking Technique: Cook for 8-10 minutes, rotating chips midway through to achieve a uniform golden-brown crispness, watching carefully to prevent burning while developing a perfectly crunchy texture.
- Serving: Immediately transfer crispy zucchini chips from air fryer, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve alongside a complementary dipping sauce to elevate the culinary experience.
Notes
- Master Slicing Technique: Use a mandoline for precise, uniform 1/8-inch zucchini rounds to guarantee consistent cooking and crispy texture.
- Moisture Removal Strategy: Thoroughly blot zucchini slices with paper towels to eliminate excess water, preventing sogginess and ensuring maximum crunchiness.
- Seasoning Pro Tip: Gently press breadcrumb mixture onto slices to help coating adhere securely, creating a flavorful and crisp exterior.
- Batch Cooking Wisdom: Arrange chips in a single uncrowded layer, cooking in multiple batches if needed to maintain optimal air circulation and achieve perfect golden crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg