Air Fryer Zucchini Chips
Ready in about 24 minutes.
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Crunchy, golden courgette chips with a crisp parmesan crumb coating. The air fryer makes them shatteringly crisp with a fraction of the oil of frying, a moreish veg-packed snack the whole family will devour.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 2 medium courgettes, thinly sliced
- 50 g panko breadcrumbs
- 30 g grated parmesan
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp fine salt
- 1 egg, beaten
- Olive oil spray
Method
- 1Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (360°F).
- 2Pat the courgette slices dry with kitchen paper.
- 3Mix the panko, parmesan, garlic powder and salt in a bowl.
- 4Dip each slice in egg, then press into the crumb mix.
- 5Arrange in a single layer, spritz with oil, and air fry for 10-14 minutes, flipping halfway.
- 6Cook until golden and crisp, then serve straight away.
Tips for the best results
- Slice thinly and evenly, about 5 mm, for the crispest chips.
- Salt and rest the slices, then blot to remove moisture.
- Serve fresh as they soften on standing.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer zucchini chips steams instead of browning.
- Skipping the flip halfway, which leaves one side pale.
- Letting wet coating pieces touch, which peels the crust and keeps it soggy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer zucchini chips?
A typical starting point is 180°C / 360°F for 10-14 min, flip halfway. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer zucchini chips ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer zucchini chips serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.