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Fried Pickles - Air Fried or Baked

Healthier than deep frying and just as crispy. These Air Fryer Pickles can also be baked and are a crunchy fun snack perfect for game day.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
15 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Air Fryer, Baked, Pickle, Pickles
Servings: 20
Calories: 76kcal
Author: Belly Laugh Living

Ingredients

  • 16 Ounces Dill Pickles
  • 1 Cup Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 Eggs
  • 3 Tablespoons Dill Pickle Juice
  • 2 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper (Optional)
  • 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ Cup Ground Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 Cup Panko

Instructions

Prepare Pickles

  • Drain Pickles
    16 Ounces Dill Pickles
  • Lay pickles out on a paper towel
    16 Ounces Dill Pickles
  • Place paper towels on top of the pickles and gently press to dry the pickles. Let set for 15 minutes.
    16 Ounces Dill Pickles

Breading for Pickles

  • In the first bowl mix together flour, salt, and black pepper
    1 Cup Flour, 1 teaspoon Salt, ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • In a second bowl, beat eggs and mix in 3 TBS of the pickle juice
    2 Eggs, 3 Tablespoons Dill Pickle Juice
  • In the third bowl, mix together Panko, cayenne pepper, Parmesan Cheese, and garlic powder
    2 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper, 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder, 1 Cup Panko

Breading the Pickles

  • Dip pickles in flour mixture
    16 Ounces Dill Pickles
  • Dip the pickles in the egg mixture
  • Dip the pickles in the panko mixture. Gently press the panko into the pickle to ensure it sticks.

For Air Frying

  • Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil cooking spray
  • Place the pickles in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd. Lightly spray the top of the pickles with olive oil. Air Fry at 400 degrees for 4 minutes
  • Flip the pickles and lightly spray them with olive oil spray. Cook for an additional 4 minutes or until the pickles reach the desired crispiness
  • Enjoy with your favorite dip!

For Baking

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and generously coat with olive oil cooking spray.
  • Place pickles on a baking sheet. Cook for 10 minutes or until pickles reach the desired crispiness.
  • Enjoy with your favorite dip. We like Ranch dressing!!!!!!

Nutrition

Calories: 76kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 415mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 153IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg