Crispy Fried Tangy Dill Pickles (Print View)

Tangy dill pickles coated in a crunchy breading and air-fried to golden crisp for a light snack.

# Components:

→ Pickles

01 - 16 dill pickle chips, patted dry

→ Breading

02 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 tablespoon milk
05 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
09 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ For Serving

11 - Ranch or preferred dipping sauce

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
02 - Set up three shallow bowls: place flour in the first, whisk eggs and milk in the second, and combine panko, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), kosher salt, and black pepper in the third.
03 - Thoroughly pat pickle chips dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
04 - Dredge each pickle slice in the flour, shaking off the excess.
05 - Dip floured pickles into the egg and milk mixture, ensuring full coating.
06 - Press each pickle slice firmly into the breadcrumb mixture until evenly coated.
07 - Place breaded pickles in a single layer in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking oil.
08 - Cook pickles in the air fryer for 6 minutes.
09 - Flip pickles, spray again with cooking oil, and continue air-frying for an additional 4 to 6 minutes until golden and crisp.
10 - Serve warm immediately with ranch or your choice of dipping sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's lighter than traditional deep-fried versions: all that crunch without feeling heavy or greasy.
  • Ready in under 25 minutes: perfect when unexpected guests arrive or you need a snack that doesn't require planning.
  • Your air fryer finally gets to show off: this is what it was born to do.
02 -
  • Dryness is everything: I learned this the hard way after making a batch that turned out chewy instead of crispy—now I treat towel-drying like it's part of the recipe.
  • Don't skip the oil spray: even in an air fryer, a light coating is what transforms pale breading into glossy golden perfection.
03 -
  • Double breading is worth it: if you want maximum crunch that feels almost addictive, coat each pickle twice through the egg and breadcrumb stations.
  • Organization wins: setting up your breading station before you start makes the whole process smooth and keeps you from getting frustrated midway through.
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