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Air Fryer Fried Pickles Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These air fryer fried pickles are a crunchy and tangy appetizer that’s packed with flavor. This lighter version of the classic fried pickle recipe uses an air fryer to achieve the perfect crispy texture with less oil, making it ideal for parties, game day, or casual snacking.

Ingredients

Pickle Preparation

  • 1 jar pickle chips, drained and patted dry

Breading

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika

Other

  • Cooking spray
  • Ranch dressing for dipping

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for crisping the pickles.
  2. Dry the Pickle Chips: Pat the pickle chips dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps the breading stick better and ensures a crispy coating.
  3. Prepare the Breading Stations: Arrange three separate bowls – one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and paprika.
  4. Bread the Pickles: Dip each pickle chip first into the flour, coating evenly, then into the beaten eggs, and finally into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres well.
  5. Arrange in Air Fryer Basket: Place the breaded pickle chips in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding to allow hot air circulation for even cooking.
  6. Apply Cooking Spray: Lightly spray the coated pickles with cooking spray to help them crisp up and brown beautifully during air frying.
  7. Air Fry: Cook for 8–10 minutes until the pickles are golden brown and crispy. Shake the basket halfway through cooking for even crisping if your air fryer requires it.
  8. Serve: Remove the fried pickles carefully and serve immediately with ranch dressing for dipping to enjoy at their freshest and crispiest.

Notes

  • Drying the pickles thoroughly is crucial to help the breading stick properly and prevent sogginess.
  • Using spicy pickles instead of regular ones adds a nice heat kick to this appetizer.
  • This dish is best enjoyed immediately after cooking to maintain maximum crispiness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarasplate.com/air-fryer-fried-pickles-recipe/