Easy Air Fryer Fried Pickles Recipe 🥒✨🍟
Crispy on the outside, tangy on the inside — these Air Fryer Fried Pickles are the ultimate snack or appetizer you didn’t know you needed! 🥳 Using an air fryer means you get that crave-worthy crunch without the heavy oil, making them a lighter, guilt-free indulgence. Perfect for game day, parties, or a cozy night in, these golden bites pair beautifully with creamy dipping sauces like ranch or spicy mayo.
Ingredients:
For the Pickles:
1 (16 oz) jar dill pickle chips or slices (well-drained & patted dry)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
½ cup regular breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon dried dill (optional)
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Cooking spray (for air fryer basket)
For Serving:
Ranch dressing or spicy aioli
Lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions:
1. Prep the pickles:
Drain pickle slices and pat them completely dry with paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving maximum crispiness — moisture is the enemy of crunch!
2. Set up the breading station:
Bowl 1: Add flour.
Bowl 2: Beat the eggs until smooth.
Bowl 3: Mix panko breadcrumbs, regular breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, dried dill, salt, and pepper.
3. Bread the pickles:
Working in small batches, coat each pickle slice in flour, dip in beaten egg, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture. Press lightly to help the coating stick.
4. Preheat the air fryer:
Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat for about 3 minutes. Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
5. Air fry to perfection:
Arrange pickles in a single layer without overlapping. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray. Air fry for 7–9 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
6. Serve & enjoy:
Transfer to a serving plate, serve immediately with ranch or your favorite dipping sauce, and watch them disappear!
Tips & Variations:
✅ Try using pickle spears for a bolder, juicier bite.
✅ Add cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mix for a spicy kick.
✅ For extra crunch, double-dip in egg and breadcrumbs before air frying.
✅ Make them gluten-free by using almond flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs.
⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 8 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4–6
Why you’ll love them:
These Easy Air Fryer Fried Pickles give you all the flavor of classic deep-fried pickles without the greasy aftermath. Perfectly crunchy, tangy, and addictive — a total crowd-pleaser!