Get ready to indulge in a crispy and flavorful snack with Crispy Oven Fried Zucchini Chips. With a crunchy coating and tender zucchini inside, these oven-baked chips are a healthier alternative to traditional fried snacks.
Why Make This Recipe
If you’re looking for a tasty and nutritious snack or side dish, this recipe is perfect for you. It offers a fun and delicious way to enjoy zucchini, adding a crispy texture that is both satisfying and wholesome.
How to Make Crispy Oven Fried Zucchini Chips
Ingredients:
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- 2 medium size zucchini
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- Cooking spray
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- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
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- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
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- 2 large eggs, beaten
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- Salt and pepper, to taste
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- 1 cup marinara sauce
Directions:
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- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Trim the ends off the zucchini and slice them into 1/4 to 1/2-inch coins. Prepare a baking sheet by spraying it with cooking spray or lining it with parchment paper.
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- Mix the Panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning in a bowl. Dip each zucchini coin into the beaten eggs and then coat evenly with the crumb mixture.
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- Arrange the coated zucchini coins on the baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until they are golden brown. For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2 minutes of baking.
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- Season the zucchini chips with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
How to Serve Crispy Oven Fried Zucchini Chips
Enjoy these zucchini chips hot and fresh from the oven as a snack or a side dish. Pair them with marinara sauce for added flavor.
How to Store Crispy Oven Fried Zucchini Chips
Store any leftover zucchini chips in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes to restore crispiness.
Tips to Make Crispy Oven Fried Zucchini Chips
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- Make sure to slice the zucchini coins evenly for uniform cooking.
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- Spray the baking sheet and the coated zucchini chips with cooking spray to help them crisp up in the oven.
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- Adjust the seasoning to your preference by adding spices like garlic powder or chili flakes for extra flavor.
Variation
For a cheesy twist, sprinkle some shredded mozzarella on top of the zucchini chips before baking for a gooey finish.
Crispy Oven Fried Zucchini Chips
Description
Get ready to indulge in a crispy and flavorful snack with Crispy Oven Fried Zucchini Chips. With a crunchy coating and tender zucchini inside, these oven-baked chips are a healthier alternative to traditional fried snacks.Ingredients
Ingredients
Instructions
How to Make Crispy Oven Fried Zucchini Chips
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Step 1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Trim the ends off the zucchini and slice them into 1/4 to 1/2-inch coins. Prepare a baking sheet by spraying it with cooking spray or lining it with parchment paper. -
Step 2
Mix the Panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning in a bowl. Dip each zucchini coin into the beaten eggs and then coat evenly with the crumb mixture. -
Step 3
Arrange the coated zucchini coins on the baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until they are golden brown. For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2 minutes of baking. -
Step 4
Season the zucchini chips with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 100kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 4g7%
- Saturated Fat 1g5%
- Cholesterol 60mg20%
- Sodium 250mg11%
- Total Carbohydrate 12g4%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 3g
- Protein 5g10%
- Vitamin A 200 IU
- Vitamin C 10 mg
- Calcium 50 mg
- Iron 1 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
