Crispy Baked Zucchini Chips

These Crispy Baked Zucchini Chips are a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional fried chips. They’re lightly breaded, perfectly seasoned, and baked to crispy perfection.

Serve them as a snack, appetizer, or side dish with your favorite dip.

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced into 1/8-inch rounds
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko works well for extra crispiness)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg, beaten
• Cooking spray or olive oil spray

Instructions

1. Prep the Zucchini

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
3. Slice the zucchini into thin rounds using a knife or mandoline for uniform thickness.

2. Set Up Breading Station

1. In one shallow bowl, place the flour.
2. In a second bowl, beat the egg.
3. In a third bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

3. Bread the Zucchini

1. Dip each zucchini slice into the flour, shaking off excess.
2. Next, coat it in the beaten egg.
3. Finally, press it into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated.
4. Place the breaded zucchini slices onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer without overlapping.

4. Bake

1. Lightly spray the tops of the zucchini with cooking spray to help them crisp.
2. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

5. Serve

Remove from the oven and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara, ranch, or garlic aioli.

Tips for Success

• Uniform Slices: Ensure zucchini slices are of even thickness for consistent baking.
• Extra Crispy: Use panko breadcrumbs or broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking for added crunch.
• Air Fryer Option: Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

What to Serve With Zucchini Chips

• Pair with marinara or tzatziki sauce.
• Add to a veggie platter alongside carrots, celery, and bell peppers.

Storage and Reheating

• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
• Reheating: Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for a few minutes to restore crispness.

These zucchini chips are a flavorful, crispy snack that’s both guilt-free and irresistible!

Crispy Baked Zucchini Chips

These Crispy Baked Zucchini Chips are a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional fried chips. They’re lightly breaded, perfectly seasoned, and baked to crispy perfection.

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Ingredients

  

• 2 medium zucchini thinly sliced into 1/8-inch rounds
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs panko works well for extra crispiness
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg beaten
• Cooking spray or olive oil spray

Instructions

 

• Prep the Zucchini
• Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
• Slice the zucchini into thin rounds using a knife or mandoline for uniform thickness.
• Set Up Breading Station
• In one shallow bowl, place the flour.
• In a second bowl, beat the egg.
• In a third bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
• Bread the Zucchini
• Dip each zucchini slice into the flour, shaking off excess.
• Next, coat it in the beaten egg.
• Finally, press it into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated.
• Place the breaded zucchini slices onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer without overlapping.
• Bake
• Lightly spray the tops of the zucchini with cooking spray to help them crisp.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
• Serve