These easy Zucchini Chips with a panko breadcrumb coating are tender inside and crispy outside! You only need 6 ingredients and 20 minutes for this tasty snack, party food, or side dish. Make them in the air fryer or oven baked.
Looking for a delicious and easy vegetarian snack or fun party food? Look no further than these delicious Zucchini Chips!
Slices of zucchini (courgette) have a seasoned breadcrumb coating, then they're cooked until crispy outside and beautifully tender inside.
You can make them in the air fryer or oven baked (both methods are given below).
This easy-to-follow recipe takes only 20 minutes to make, and the ingredients are simple and easy to find.
They're quick, easy and make a great snack or side dish. I love making a big batch for a game day party, and serving them up with a selection of dips.
Plus, with their savory flavor, these bites are sure to be a hit with everyone! So, let's get started and make some Zucchini Bites!
Bring a batch of zucchini chips to a party, along with breaded Artichoke Hearts, Air Fryer Potato Skins and some dips. I love them with French Onion Dip, Buffalo Cauliflower Dip, or Sriracha Aioli.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Zucchini Bites are a fun way to eat more vegetables.
- Ready in just 20 minutes with 6 simple ingredients.
- You can make them in the air fryer or oven baked.
- They are easy to make and require minimal ingredients.
- Perfect for a side dish, party food, or snack.
- They are a great way to get kids to eat vegetables.
- They are a great party appetizer.
- This recipe is a delicious way to use up extra zucchini.
- They are a perfect addition to a summer picnic.
- They can be served as a tasty side dish.
- Serve your zucchini chips with a variety of dips.
- A vegetarian recipe.
Ingredients
- Zucchini - You need 2 medium-sized zucchini (courgettes).
- Panko Breadcrumbs - Use Italian seasoned panko breadcrumbs or plain. Panko gets them extra crispy wiht a great texture compared to regular dried breadcrumbs.
- Flour - regular all-purpose flour is used to coat the sliced zucchini.
- Egg - Egg in the batter helps to stick to the zucchini.
- Milk - I use whole milk, but 2% or 1% (skim) works well too.
- Paprika and salt - For a great flavor and seasoning in the crispy coating.
See the recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Follow this step-by-step photo tutorial, then scroll down to the recipe card for the full ingredients list and method.
Wash the zucchini and cut it into ⅓-inch thick slices.
Add the flour to a ziploc bag or large bowl, then add the zucchini slices and toss to coat.
Beat the egg in a bowl, then briefly whisk in the flour, milk, paprika, and salt until you have a smooth batter.
Place the panko breadcrumbs in a bowl.
Dip the floured zucchini slices into the wet batter to fully coat them, then dip both sides into the breadcrumbs until fully covered.
To cook in the air fryer:
Place the coated zucchini bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary), spray with a little oil, and air fry at 400°F/200°C for 5-7 minutes on one side until golden. Flip them over with tongs, then spray with a little oil and cook for a further 5 minutes or until golden.
To oven bake:
Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the prepared zucchini bites onto the baking sheet and bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden, then flip them over and bake for a further 10 minutes or until golden. The exact time will depend on how thick your zucchini are sliced.
Serving Suggestions
- Bring your zucchini bites to a Superbowl or game day party along with Baked Polenta Fries, Mini Baked Potatoes, or Herb and Garlic Stuffed Mushrooms. Check out these other Appetizers.
- Enjoy them as a side dish.
- Whip up a batch for a quick vegetable snack.
Dipping Sauces
Serve them up with these dips:
- Marinara Sauce
- Honey Sriracha Sauce
- Cheese Sauce
- Bang Bang Sauce
- Cane's Sauce
- Zax Sauce
- Lime Crema
- Chipotle Southwest Sauce
Variations
- Add cayenne to the batter for a kick of heat!
- Stir ¼ cup parmesan into the breadcrumbs for a cheesy flavor.
- Add 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, Dill Seasoning, or Ranch seasoning to the batter or breadcrumbs for extra flavor.
- Try adding 1 teaspoon of one of these spice blends for a different flavor: Shawarma Seasoning, Old Bay Seasoning, Everything Bagel Seasoning, or Baharat Spice Blend.
Storage
Store: Store your zucchini chips in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Reheat them in the air fryer at 400°F/200C for a 5minutes, the oven (375°F for 7-10 minutes), or pan fry in a little oil for 5-7 minutes, turning once. Whichever method you use, ensure they're warmed all the way through.
Freeze: This recipe is not suitable for home freezing, since the texture will change.
More Zucchini Recipes
- Grilled Zucchini
- Zucchini Halloumi Couscous
- Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins
- Roasted Zucchini
- Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread
- Chocolate Oatmeal Zucchini Cookies
- Chocolate Zucchini Pancakes
- Zucchini Soup with Basil
- Fudgy Zucchini Brownies
Top tip
If you don't have panko breadcrumbs, you can make your own panko!
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📖 Recipe
Zucchini Chips
Equipment
- Air Fryer or Oven
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini courgette
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs 100g
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour plain flour
- 1 egg
- ½ cup milk 120ml
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Wash the zucchini and cut it into ⅓-inch thick slices.
- Add the flour to a ziploc bag or large bowl, then add the zucchini slices and toss to coat.
- Beat the egg in a bowl, then briefly whisk in the flour, milk, paprika, and salt until you have a smooth batter.
- Place the panko breadcrumbs in a bowl.
- Dip the floured zucchini slices into the wet batter to fully coat them, then dip both sides into the breadcrumbs until fully covered.
To cook in the air fryer:
- Place the coated zucchini bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary), spray with a little oil, and air fry at 400°F/200°C for 5-7 minutes on one side until golden. Flip them over with tongs, then spray with a little oil and cook for a further 5 minutes or until golden.
To oven bake:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the prepared zucchini bites onto the baking sheet and bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden, then flip them over and bake for a further 10 minutes or until golden. The exact time will depend on how thick your zucchini are sliced.
Notes
- Add cayenne to the batter for a kick of heat!
- Stir ¼ cup parmesan into the breadcrumbs for a cheesy flavor.
- Add 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, Dill Seasoning, or Ranch seasoning to the batter or breadcrumbs for extra flavor.
- Try adding 1 teaspoon of one of these spice blends for a different flavor: Shawarma Seasoning, Old Bay Seasoning, Everything Bagel Seasoning, or Baharat Spice Blend.
Nutrition
The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.
Ned
These were so delicious! The breading had tons of yummy flavor!
Stephanie
These were so good! I'm trying to teach my daughter about making healthier choices, and she loved these in place of french fries. We cooked them in the air fryer and only used a tiny bit of spray oil.
Tayler
I've been looking for healthier snacks to munch on during the day, and these zucchini chips look perfect. Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!
Savita
It was such a hit recipe, everyone loved it and had it during evening tea. Great Recipe!