Description

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps are a deliciously crispy and healthy snack or appetizer featuring thinly sliced zucchini rounds coated in a flavorful blend of Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and Italian seasonings. Baked to golden perfection and optionally crisped under the broiler, these savory bites are perfect for dipping and satisfying your craving for a crunchy treat without the guilt.

Ingredients

Scale

Zucchini and Coating

2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced into ⅛-inch rounds
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup panko breadcrumbs
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Other

1 large egg, beaten
Olive oil spray (for baking)

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray the parchment paper with olive oil to prevent sticking and help achieve crispiness.
Mix Coating Ingredients: In a shallow bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. This mixture will give the zucchini slices a flavorful, crunchy crust.
Coat Zucchini Slices: Dip each zucchini slice into the beaten egg, allowing any excess to drip off. Then press each slice firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to coat both sides evenly for maximum flavor and crunch.
Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated zucchini slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they don’t overlap to allow even baking. Lightly spray the tops with olive oil for an extra crispy finish.
Bake and Flip: Bake the zucchini crisps for 20 to 22 minutes, flipping them halfway through the baking time. Bake until they are golden brown and crisp.
Optional Broiling: For even crispier results, broil the crisps for 1 to 2 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Serve: Serve the zucchini Parmesan crisps warm, optionally with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.

Notes

For extra crispness, broil the crisps for the last 1–2 minutes of baking while watching closely to avoid burning.
You can make these crisps in an air fryer at 400°F for 8–10 minutes for an alternative cooking method.
Serve immediately for the best texture as they may lose crispness if left to sit.
Perfect as a healthy snack or appetizer, these crisps are vegetarian-friendly.