Air Fried Spicy Pickle Chips Recipe
Crispy, spicy, and irresistibly tangy, these Air Fried Spicy Pickles are the perfect snack or appetizer. Coated in a crunchy blend of panko breadcrumbs and crushed hot Cheetos, and cooked to golden perfection in the air fryer, they deliver a flavorful kick while being lighter than traditional deep-fried pickles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Pickle Layer
- 4-5 large pickles
Breading Mix
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Spicy Dan O’s Seasoning (or your favorite spicy seasoning blend)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup blended hot Cheetos (finely crushed)
Additional
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Slice the Pickles: Cut the pickles into chips roughly the width of your pinky finger for ideal bite-size pieces.
- Dry the Pickle Chips: Pat the pickle slices thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture, helping the coating stick better.
- Prepare Hot Cheetos Crumbs: Blend the hot Cheetos in a food processor or crush them finely by hand until they become crumb-sized.
- Set Up Dredging Station: In three separate bowls, combine flour with the spicy seasoning in one; beat the eggs in the second; and mix the panko breadcrumbs with the blended hot Cheetos in the third. Mix each bowl well for even coating.
- Coat the Pickles: Dip each pickle chip into the seasoned flour first, then the beaten eggs, repeat dipping again into flour and egg for a double layer, and finally press well into the panko and hot Cheetos crumb mixture to evenly coat.
- Apply Cooking Spray: Lay the coated pickles on a tray and spray both sides generously with cooking spray to ensure crispiness when air fried.
- Air Fry the Pickles: Place the prepared pickle chips in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F (about 200°C) for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce for a spicy, crunchy treat.
Notes
- Be sure to dry the pickles thoroughly to prevent soggy coating.
- Double dipping in flour and egg creates a thicker, crunchier crust.
- Use cooking spray generously to achieve a golden, crispy finish without deep frying.
- Adjust the Spicy Dan O’s seasoning to taste or swap with any preferred spicy seasoning blend.
- Hot Cheetos crumbs add an extra layer of heat and crunch, but you can substitute with other flavored chips if desired.
- Serve immediately as the coating may soften if left too long after air frying.
