Even kids will love this crispy zucchini side dish.

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You might not believe it, but I was once an air fryer skeptic.

I couldnt see uses beyond getting frozen spring rolls or chicken nuggets super crispy.

Air fried zucchini slices

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Thankfully, the tides have turned.

Enter air fryer zucchini chips.

Just verify to eat them while theyre hot!

Air fried zucchini slices in the basket of an air fryer

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If your air fryer is smaller, you may need to cook the zucchini in three batches.

Just divide the zucchini and breadcrumb mixture into thirds.

Sometimes you dont have time to cook in batches, and thats okay!

Air fried zucchini slices on a plate with a block of Parmesan and a grater on the side

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For that, use 3 tablespoonsits a little over half, but it works the same.

These thoughtful techniques ensure this zucchini comes out tender, crisp, and golden every time.

If your air fryer is smaller, you may need to cook the zucchini in 3 batches.

Air fried zucchini slices

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Slice the zucchini into 3/16-inch thick rounds.

Transfer the zucchini to a medium bowl followed by a pinch of salt.

After 5 minutes, there will be some moisture on the zucchini and a little in the bowl.

Zucchini slices into thin slices on a cutting board with a knife

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You dont want to draw all the moisture out, just a bit of the excess.

No need to go one by one or transfer it out of the bowl.

Preheat the air fryer to 325F if your air fryer requires preheating.

Zucchini slices in a clear bowl

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If your air fryer has different prefs, use the air fry setting.

Divide the oil-coated zucchini into 2 batches.

Simple Tip!

Breading ingredients in a clear bowl with a spoon

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Spray the basket of the air fryer with nonstick cooking spray.

Arrange the coated zucchini rounds in an even layer.

If a few overlap just slightly, thats okay.

Patting zucchini slices dry with a paper towel

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Itll shrink as it cooks.

Return the basket to the air fryer and cook at 325F for 10 minutes.

Repeat coating and air frying the rest of the zucchini.

Zucchini slices in a clear bowl with some in a smaller bowl off to the side

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Leftover zucchini can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Zucchini slices tossed with the breading in a bowl

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Breaded zucchini slices in the basket of an air fryer

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Zucchini slices partially cooked in an air fryer basket

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Air fried zucchini on a plate

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