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    Home » Appetizers and Snacks » Keto Zucchini Chips - Air Fryer Or Oven Baked!

    Keto Zucchini Chips - Air Fryer Or Oven Baked!

    Published: Jan 21, 2021 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Jan 21, 2021 · 948 words. · About 5 minutes to read this article.

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    I am wild about these Keto Zucchini Chips, and I think you will be too! Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these delicious nibbles are loved by all. (Even those not on a low carb diet.) They are perfect for game day, or any time you need something to serve as a vessel for a dip. (Because that is most definitely a real NEED at times. AmIRight?)

    Overhead photo of a white plate filled with Zucchini Chips garnished with parsley with a dipping sauce also on the plate.

    I have often joked that I am all about dips and sauces, and one of the challenges of a low carb diet is that your options for dippers are limited.

    If you love sauces as much as I do, I'd like to introduce you to your newest BFF.

    These Keto Zucchini Chips are cheesy, crispy, and crunchy! They are the perfect vessel for your favorite dip. (I like them with this Keto Blue Cheese Dressing or this Keto Ranch Dressing.

    Do you know what else is exciting about this recipe? It is an easy way to get your kids eating vegetables. (Something that all three of my kids resist.)

    They are surprisingly easy to make! I like to use a mandoline - it makes slicing them perfectly even a BREEZE. They aren't expensive and well worth the investment. (I've linked to mine under tools.)

    Thinner slices will create a crunchier chip, but of course, involve a bit more breading. Although the idea of breading zucchini can feel daunting, the process goes quickly. I promise it isn't as labor-intensive as it sounds!

    Ingredients

    • Zucchini  - I typically go for medium-sized zucchini. Smaller ones are cumbersome to bread, and larger ones tend to have larger seeds and inferior flavor.
    • Eggs  - I used large eggs; whatever you have on hand works.
    • Almond Flour - Make sure you use finely ground for the best coverage.
    • Parmesan Cheese - As with the almond flour, I prefer finely grated.
    • Salt  - I use pink sea salt.
    • Garlic Powder - I love the flavor that garlic powder gives these zucchini chips. If you don't like garlic, onion powder would be a good substitute.
    • Smoked Paprika - I am a tiny bit obsessed with smoked paprika, which comes in mild or hot. If you don't have either, regular paprika will suffice.
    • Pepper -  Fresh ground is best.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    How Do I Make Zucchini Chips Without Breading?


    If breading isn't your thing, you can slice the zucchini to ⅛ inch thick, and sprinkle with sea salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and fresh ground pepper. 

    Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in a 250-degree oven for 1 hour. Flip and bake another 30 minutes.

    Can I Make This Recipe Ahead of Time?


    Because of the crispy factor, it is best to make this recipe just before serving. However, if you would like to prep ahead you can bread the zucchini up to four hours before cooking.

    Leftovers are good for about 2 days kept covered in the refrigerator. I like to re-crisp them in the air fryer or in the oven.

    Can I Make Zucchini Chips in the Air Fryer?


    You sure can! Doing this cuts down the cooking time by about 4 minutes, and yields crispier zucchini chips

    Tools Needed

    • Mandoline Slicer (optional)
    • Air Fryer or Baking Sheet (I am linking to the air fryer I have. Amazon has many less expensive models which also work well.)
    • Shallow Bowls

    How to Make Keto Zucchini Chips in the Air Fryer or Oven

    Photo of zucchini being sliced.

    First, cut your zucchini thin. I like to use a mandoline slicer for this, but a knife works too.

    Photo of an egg wash in a white bowl sitting next to sliced zucchini.

    Next, whisk together your eggs in a shallow bowl.

    Photo of seasonings being mixed with almond flour and Parmesan cheese in a white bowl.

    In another bowl stir together almond flour, Parmesan cheese, sea salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and fresh ground pepper.

    Photo of a slice of zucchini being dipped into an egg wash with a bowl of breading sitting next to it.

    Dip the zucchini in the egg wash.

    Photo of a slice of zucchini being dipped into an almond flour Parmesan mixture.

    Next, coat with the almond flour mixture, using your hands to gently press the coating to the zucchini.

    Plate of sliced zucchini coated in a Parmesan/Almond Flour mixture.

    Continue coating, placing the already coated zucchini chips on a parchment lined plate or baking sheet.

    Photo of Air Fried Zucchini Chips in an air fryer.

    Cook for about 8 minutes in the air fryer or 12 minutes in the oven, until golden brown.

    Other Must Try Keto Appetizers & Sides:

    • Sometimes simple is best, and this Marinated Cheese proves it! This is quick to make and even quicker to disappear.
    • I kid you not - these Keto Jalapeno Poppers are the best poppers I've ever had! I never get tired of these.
    • Keto Chicken Wings are a universally loved appetizer!
    • I love these Keto Cauliflower Wings so much that I've been known to make them up to three times in a week. They are seriously that good.
    • These Keto Onion Rings are so good that you will hardly believe that they are low carb!
    Close up side photo of a plate of breaded zucchini chips on a white plate.

    Looking for more Zucchini inspiration? You will find it with these 37 Keto Zucchini Recipes!

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    Photo of a plate of Keto Zucchini Chips with dipping sauce garnished with dill.
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    Keto Zucchini Chips

    Try Zucchini Chips keto style once and you will be hooked! They are perfect for game day, or any time you need something to serve as a vessel for a dip.
    Prep Time30 minutes mins
    Cook Time8 minutes mins
    Total Time38 minutes mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Crispy
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 173kcal
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    Equipment

    • Mandoline Slicer
    • Shallow Bowls
    • Air Fryer
    • OR the following
    • Baking Sheet
    • Parchment Paper

    Ingredients

    • 2 zucchini sliced thin with a sharp knife or mandoline (about ¼ inch thick)
    • 2 eggs
    • 1 cup almond flour
    • ½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
    • 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

    Instructions

    • Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees or the oven to 425.
    • Whisk together eggs in a shallow bowl.
    • In another bowl, stir together almond flour, Parmesan cheese, salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
    • Dip the zucchini slices in the egg mixture, and then coat with the almond flour mixture.
    • Place the zucchini chips in a single layer in the air fryer on on a parchment lined baking sheet.
    • Cook for 8 minutes in the air fryer or 12 minutes in the oven flipping half way through, until golden brown.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 741mg | Potassium: 204mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 357IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 157mg | Iron: 1mg

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    Comments

    1. Brianne Tursi Manz

      August 15, 2019 at 2:24 am

      5 stars
      Heck, I'm not even doing keto and I think these are delicious! These are a great snack or an appetizer.

      Reply
    2. Cinny

      August 15, 2019 at 5:47 am

      Mmm...sounds like a good way to get my little one to eat his greens! I'll have to try this out.

      Reply
    3. Sheddy b Amadi

      August 15, 2019 at 10:36 am

      This is so yummy, just wish I can cook nice, you are good Chief.

      Reply
    4. Stacie

      August 15, 2019 at 11:19 am

      5 stars
      These are so perfect for me! I'm trying so hard to eat healthy at all times, and I miss a crunchy snack sometimes. I can't wait to try these.

      Reply
    5. Jill

      August 15, 2019 at 11:30 am

      5 stars
      These are great! I love finding snacks that make my body think I'm eating junk food when really it's something healthy. My body is like a child that way. LOL

      Reply
    6. Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place

      August 15, 2019 at 11:38 am

      5 stars
      I've been trying to eat low carbs again and these zucchini chips sound yummy! I'm definitely going to try to make this soon!

      Reply
    7. GiGi Eats

      August 15, 2019 at 1:21 pm

      I've made zucchini chips sans breading before and they're awesome!! I gotta try them coated in some flour next! 🙂

      Reply
    8. Foodie Find Home

      August 15, 2019 at 1:38 pm

      This dish looks delicious. I love zucchini but my husband is not a fan. However, I think that he would enjoy these very much and it would be a great alternative to the fried pickles he enjoys eating.

      Reply
    9. Heather

      August 15, 2019 at 2:06 pm

      We made something very similar in our air fryer a few months ago and everyone went crazy for them. They were SOOOOO yummy!

      Reply
    10. Brianna S

      August 15, 2019 at 6:23 pm

      These look delicious!! I'm going to try to make them!

      Reply
    11. Emman Damian

      August 15, 2019 at 6:36 pm

      5 stars
      Keto Zucchini Chips seems like a healthy snack! I will do this tomorrow. It's a good suggestion as adjunct to my typical Friday night menu.

      Reply
    12. Shannon Gurnee

      August 15, 2019 at 8:22 pm

      I've never Zucchini chips before. Sounds like a yummy snack!

      Reply
    13. Erin Knight

      August 16, 2019 at 2:13 am

      5 stars
      These Keto Zucchini chips looks amazing! Perfect for a weekend movie night. Your recipe makes it so simply to make as well.

      Reply
    14. Toughcookiemommy

      August 16, 2019 at 3:58 am

      These look so good that it is hard to believe that they are also good for you. I would love to try to make these at home.

      Reply
    15. Subhashish Roy

      August 16, 2019 at 1:24 pm

      I love the looks. It looks spicy and without the oil it would be just the way I love my snacks. Very nice recipe.

      Reply
    16. Julie

      February 16, 2020 at 1:48 am

      How do i make them so its not floury after it comes out of the air fryer? I made sure to shake the excess flour off too!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        May 02, 2020 at 4:08 pm

        If they are still floury, it is a sign you didn't spray them well enough.

        Reply
    17. Gisele

      May 02, 2020 at 3:39 pm

      I wonder if you could use coconut flour for this - we have a nut allergy in our family.

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        May 02, 2020 at 4:07 pm

        My guess is that it would work but I haven't tried it. If you do try it let me know how it goes.

        Reply
    18. Rhonda

      May 13, 2021 at 11:57 pm

      Wendy , thanks for all of your wonderful recipes. The question asked about "too floury"...you replied to spray more.
      Spray more of what? How? and When? Am I missing something in this recipe? I will be air frying. Thank you

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        May 19, 2021 at 1:44 pm

        You can spray more oil if you feel it is "too floury" I didn't need to.

        Reply
        • Matt

          August 22, 2022 at 10:46 am

          Oil wasn't mentioned in the recipe at all so I can see why there is the confusion.

          Reply
    19. Beverly June Baisden

      June 24, 2021 at 2:04 pm

      Can you store these in air tight container??

      Reply
    20. Vickie Worthington

      May 12, 2022 at 11:04 pm

      Where does it say to spray them w oil?

      Reply

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