Description
Crispy baked zucchini chips are a healthy, flavorful, and easy-to-make snack or side dish. Baked instead of fried, these zucchini chips are crunchy, delicious, and perfect for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into thin rounds (about 1/8-inch thick)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon milk (optional, for thinning egg wash)
- Cooking spray or olive oil (for baking)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- Slice the Zucchini: Cut zucchini into 1/8-inch thick rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer.
- Prepare the Coating: In one bowl, whisk the egg and milk (if using). In another bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the Zucchini: Dip each zucchini slice in the egg wash, let excess drip off, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Arrange & Bake: Place coated zucchini slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray or drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake Until Crispy: Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve & Enjoy: Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy plain or with dipping sauces like marinara, ranch, or tzatziki.
Notes
- Extra Crispy: Use panko breadcrumbs and lightly spray with oil before baking.
- Make It Spicy: Add cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Gluten-Free Option: Substitute with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Cheese-Free Variation: Replace Parmesan with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free version.
- Air Fryer Method: Air-fry at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: baked zucchini chips, healthy zucchini chips, crispy zucchini chips, zucchini snack, easy zucchini recipe