Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini (Printable)

Thin zucchini slices seasoned and air-fried until golden and crispy for a healthy snack.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced (about 1/8 inch thick)

→ Coating & Seasoning

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
04 - 1/3 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Pat the zucchini slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - Toss zucchini slices with olive oil in a large bowl until evenly coated.
03 - Combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl.
04 - Press each zucchini slice gently into the breadcrumb mixture to adhere coating evenly.
05 - Place zucchini slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding.
06 - Cook at 400°F for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
07 - Transfer chips to a wire rack and allow to cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Theyre shockingly crispy without a single drop of frying oil, and you can eat the whole batch without feeling heavy.
  • The smoked paprika gives them a campfire edge that makes plain zucchini feel like a treat.
  • You can prep them in under ten minutes, and theyre done before you finish cleaning up.
02 -
  • If you skip drying the zucchini, youll get steamed, floppy rounds instead of chips, I learned that the hard way on batch number two.
  • Dont stack them in the basket, even a little overlap traps moisture and ruins the crunch.
  • Flip them gently with tongs or a spatula, rough handling knocks off the coating.
03 -
  • Use a mandoline if you have one, it keeps the slices uniform so they cook evenly and you dont end up with burnt edges and raw middles.
  • Preheat your air fryer for three minutes before adding the zucchini, it helps them crisp faster and more evenly.
  • If youre making a big batch, keep the finished chips warm in a 200°F oven on a rack while you fry the rest.

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