Simple air fryer pita chips are they perfect addition to any dip or appetizer. White or whole wheat pitas tossed in a simple seasoning blend and air fried until crispy. These remind me exactly of restaurant style fried pita chips, without the mess of oil! Serve with spinach artichoke dip, fresh salsa, layered dips, or along side grain bowls. The perfect air fryer recipe for game days!
Crispy air fryer pita chips make a delicious snack!
Highlights of this easy air fryer recipe:
- Super quick recipe
- Great addition to appetizers
- Budget friendly
- Healthier alternative to store-bought pita chips
- Customizable
- Kid friendly
- Simple steps & simple ingredients
Grocery List & Grocery Store Substitutions:
- Store-bought pita bread – White or whole wheat pita bread rounds (could substitute naan bread as well, sometimes you can find a bag of pita bread available at bakeries)
- Olive oil (could substitute sunflower oil or vegetable oil)
- Kosher salt
- Fresh cracked black pepper
- Seasonings like garlic powder, garlic salt, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, red pepper flakes, or cayenne pepper
Variations:
- Toss the pitas in cinnamon sugar for a sweet chip
- Toss in Italian seasoning
- Cut into strips instead of pita wedges
- Toss warm pita chips in shredded parmesan cheese
- Toss in a homemade spice blend
- Serve with a bit of homemade hummus or a Greek yogurt dip
Serve these homemade chips with your favourite dip or your favorite hummus.
If you like these homemade pita chips, you’ll love these other simple recipes….
Air Fryer Chicken Meatball Bowls
5-minute Whipped Ricotta Dip with Pepper Jelly
Crispiest Air Fryer Chicken Katsu Recipe
Homemade pita chips make a great snack, a nice substitution for store-bought pita chips.
Tools I used for this recipe:
- Glasslock Glass Food Storage Containers – the square containers are the perfect size for lunches, stain proof, and they are dishwasher safe. Great for storing leftovers.
- Tongs – a must have kitchen tool!
- Instant 6 qt. Air Fryer – Sleek and functional, the perfect size for 2-3 people.
Quick steps for these easy pita chips:
- Cut pita bread rounds
- Toss in oil & seasonings
- Air fry
- Enjoy!
Instructions for the pita chip recipe :
- In a large bowl combine the pita chips, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Preheat your air fryer using the “air fry” setting, at 400 degrees F for 4-5 minutes. Spray the basket with cooking spray, once preheated add in the seasoned pita triangles. Arrange in a single layer. Cook for 5-6 minutes until crispy, flipping halfway through. Enjoy immediately or store leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.
- *For best results fry in batches if needed,
Simple Air Fryer Pita Chips
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
- 6 whole Pita bread rounds, cut into triangles
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Garlic powder
- 2 tsp Paprika
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine the pita chips, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Preheat your air fryer using the "air fry" setting, at 400 degrees F for 4-5 minutes. Spray the basket with cooking spray, once preheated add in the seasoned pitas. Cook for 5-6 minutes until crispy, flipping halfway through. Enjoy immediately.
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