Air Fryer Pickles
Crispy, tangy dill pickles coated in a seasoned breading and air-fried to golden perfection—a healthier twist on deep-fried pickles.
Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz) jar dill pickle chips, drained and patted dry
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Cooking spray
- Ranch or dipping sauce of choice
Instructions
- Prep Breading: Mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne in one bowl. In another bowl, beat eggs. In a third bowl, combine panko and cornmeal.Coat Pickles: Dredge each pickle chip in flour, dip in egg, then coat with panko mixture. Place on a tray.Air Fry: Lightly spray pickles with cooking spray. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.Serve: Enjoy immediately with ranch or dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, space pickles evenly in the air fryer basket (avoid overcrowding).
- Gluten-free? Use almond flour and gluten-free panko.