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Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Zucchini Chips

A pile of golden, crispy zucchini chips topped with Parmesan cheese and pepper served on a white plate.
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Make truly crispy, guilt-free zucchini chips using your air fryer. This easy recipe delivers a satisfying crunch with Parmesan and garlic seasoning, offering a healthy, low-carb snack alternative to potato chips.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium zucchini
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Wash and dry the zucchini well. Slice the zucchini very thinly, about 1/16 inch thick. A mandoline slicer works best for uniform thickness.
  3. Place the zucchini slices on paper towels and press firmly with more paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible. This step is key for crispiness.
  4. In a medium bowl, toss the dry zucchini slices with olive oil until lightly coated.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  6. Sprinkle the cheese mixture over the zucchini slices and toss gently until the slices are evenly coated.
  7. Arrange the zucchini slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if necessary.
  8. Air fry for 8 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time. Check frequently after 8 minutes. The chips are done when they are golden brown and crisp.
  9. Remove the chips from the air fryer and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. They will crisp up more as they cool. Serve immediately for the best crunch.

Notes

  • Removing excess water from the zucchini is the most important step for achieving crunchy zucchini chips. Press them firmly between layers of paper towels.
  • For a salt and vinegar zucchini chips variation, skip the Parmesan and toss the oiled zucchini with 1 teaspoon of white vinegar and a pinch more salt before baking.
  • If you do not have an air fryer, you can bake these chips on a baking sheet at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp.

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