Description
Crispy baked zucchini chips bring garden-fresh goodness to snack time with minimal effort. Thin slices seasoned perfectly promise a crunchy, guilt-free treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Seasoning:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp paprika
Optional Toppings:
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal crispiness.
- Wash zucchini thoroughly and slice into ultra-thin, uniform rounds using a mandoline or sharp knife, aiming for approximately 1/8-inch thickness.
- Pat zucchini slices completely dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring maximum crunch during baking.
- Mix breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a shallow dish to create a flavorful seasoning blend.
- Gently toss zucchini slices with olive oil, coating each slice evenly to help seasonings adhere.
- Dredge each oiled zucchini slice through the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure complete coverage.
- Arrange breaded zucchini slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring no overlap to promote even crisping.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through to guarantee uniform golden-brown edges.
- Optional: Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese during the last 5 minutes of baking for added richness.
- Remove from oven and let chips cool for 3-5 minutes to achieve maximum crispiness.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving as a delightful, crunchy appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Slice zucchini paper-thin using a mandoline for consistent, crispy results that cook evenly without burning.
- Pat zucchini completely dry to prevent soggy chips and achieve maximum crunchiness by removing all excess moisture.
- Experiment with alternative seasonings like ranch powder, Italian herbs, or chili flakes to customize flavor profiles and keep the snack exciting.
- Make this recipe gluten-free by substituting breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed pork rinds for a low-carb, keto-friendly alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 3 mg