These Crispy Air Fryer Panko-Breaded Pickle Chips are the perfect appetizer or snack, offering a satisfying crunch in every bite. Cooked in the air fryer to golden perfection, enjoy these pickle chips with your favorite dip for a delightful experience.
Spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil spray or line it with air fryer parchment paper.
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Pat the dill pickle slices dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
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In a bowl large enough for dredging the pickles, mix flour, dried dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg.
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Place the Panko breadcrumbs in another bowl for dredging.
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Dip each pickle slice in the flour mixture, then in the buttermilk mixture, followed by the Panko breadcrumbs. Set breaded pickles on a plate.
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For better breading adherence, freeze the breaded pickles for 15 minutes. This step is optional but recommended.
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Arrange the pickles in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not overlap. If needed, cook in batches.
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Lightly spray the pickles with cooking oil.
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Cook at 400°F for 7-10 minutes, flipping the pickles halfway through. Adjust the cooking time based on your air fryer brand and desired level of crispiness.
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Serve the air-fried pickle chips hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing sprinkled with dried dill.