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Air Fryer Zucchini Chips Recipe
A few simple tricks make these Air Fryer Zucchini Chips the best! Cutting zucchini squash into slices gives you the perfect ratio of a crispy coating to tender zucchini. Plus, the combination of Italian seasoned bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese gives them so much flavor!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 79 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 zucchini medium-sized
- 1 egg large
- 1 Tbsp. milk oat, cashew, or soy
- ½ cup breadcrumbs Italian seasoned*
- ⅓ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- ½ - ¾ tsp. salt to taste
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Slice the Zucchini: Cut zucchini into ¼-inch slices, discarding the ends.
- Coat the Zucchini Slices: In two separate shallow bowls mix together the following:Bowl 1: Add egg and milk. Whisk until well combined.Bowl 2: Add breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Toss until combined.Dip one zucchini slice in the egg wash, letting any excess drip off. Then coat it with the breadcrumbs, pressing firmly into the zucchini so it sticks. Repeat this process with the remaining zucchini slices.
- Cook in the Air Fryer: Place half of the coated zucchini in a single layer in a 6-quart Air Fryer basket. Spray with non-stick cooking spray. Air Fry at 400 degrees for 8-10 minutes. Flip the zucchini halfway through cooking. Repeat with the remaining zucchini slices.
- Serve air fried zucchini with Marinara Sauce, Ranch Dressing, or Special Sauce. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Pre-Ahead Instructions:
- Slice the zucchini in advance to save time. You can also completely make the chips and save for later.
- Storage Directions:
- Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Freezing is not recommended. Zucchini will become watery upon thawing. To reheat, pop them back in the Air Fryer at 350° for 2-3 minutes.
- Recipe Tips:
- Serving size is about 6 zucchini chips.
- Gluten-free or low-carb bread crumbs may be used.
- You can also use ½ cup of regular breadcrumbs and add 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.
- Slice 'em thin. If you cut the zucchini too thick the outside will burn before the inside gets tender.
- Save a step. Keep it simple by using Italian-style breadcrumbs.
- Two bowls, two forks. These work great to shake off any excess egg or coating. Make sure to use a separate fork for each bowl.
- Press it in. Apply pressure when breading to get the coating to stick.
- Don't forget to spritz. This gives the chips the golden color and helps them crisp up.
Nutrition Information
Calories
79kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
31mg
(10%)
Sodium
333mg
(14%)
Potassium
204mg
(6%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
214IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
12mg
(13%)
Calcium
100mg
(10%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 79
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 79kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 333mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 204mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 214IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 100mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.