Air Fryer Fried Pickles
Air Fryer Fried Pickles are the ultimate crispy, tangy snack that brings the fair right to your kitchen! Enjoy the delightful crunch of perfectly breaded dill pickle spears, complemented by their briny goodness. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for parties or movie nights and pairs wonderfully with a variety of dips. Everyone will be reaching for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 fried pickles (serves 4) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dill pickle spears (firm)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, the second with whisked eggs, and the third with panko mixed with garlic powder and cayenne.
- Dredge each pickle spear in flour, dip in eggs, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick spray and arrange the pickles in a single layer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 fried pickles (approximately 45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Ensure pickles are well-drained and patted dry before breading for optimal crunchiness. For added flavor, experiment with different seasonings in the breadcrumb mix, such as smoked paprika or Italian herbs.