Air Fryer Pita Chips
Crispy, lightly seasoned, and ready in under 10 minutes this air fryer pita chips recipe is your next must make snack! Perfect for an appetizer, lunch, or snack, these vegan pita chips in the air fryer pair perfectly with hummus, bean dips, and more!
I am the first to admit I was wrong about air fryers. My original instinct was that there was no need for another kitchen gadget that my oven or microwave could handle just as easily.
This assumption could not have been farther from the truth. From re-heating to hard boiling to lightly crisping, this beautiful contraption does it all.
With this air fryer pita chips recipe I now add “bakes chips to a crispy perfection’ to the ever-growing list of reasons to get an air fryer.
Why We Love Homemade Vegan Pita Chips
I am all about a salty snack, so these homemade pita chips are right up my alley. Here are some of the reasons we make these deliciously addictive pita chips in the air fryer all the time!
- Control the seasoning. You are able to control how much seasoning to include on the chips.
- Healthier than store bought pita chips. Baked with simple ingredients these air fryer pita chips are a much healthier option than the store bought varieties.
- Simple to make. Simply cut, season, and air fry, it doesn’t get much better than that!
Dairy-Free Changes to Air Fryer Pita Chips
I love making these air fryer pita chips because they are a naturally dairy-free food.
My one suggestion for this recipe is to check the nutritional information on the pita bread to ensure it’s dairy-free before you buy it. You might even luck out and find certified vegan options at your local grocery store.
How to Make Pita Chips in the Air Fryer
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Pita Bread– Either white or wheat pita pockets work great in this recipe.
- Olive Oil– Brushed on the pita bread to help the seasoning stick.
- Seasoning– A blend of salt, pepper, garlic, and parsley coat these crispy air fryer pita chips.
Step-by-Step Directions for Air Fryer Pita Chips
- Cut To begin, cut each pita round into 4 sections.
- Pull apart: Once cut, pull apart the quartered pita rounds into 2 pieces making 8 wedges per pita round.
- Oil: Using a pastry brush, brush a light amount of olive oil on the tops and bottoms of each of the pita chips.
- Mix: Next, mix together salt, pepper, garlic powder, and parsley in a small bowl.
- Season: Sprinkle the seasoning blend on the front and backs of the pita chips. Then, set the seasoned pita chips aside.
- Preheat the air fryer to 325°F.
- Air Fry: Once preheated add the pita chips to the air fryer and cook for 6 minutes. (You do not have to make a single layer just space them out as best you can).
- Turn the chips halfway through baking.
- Remove: After the baking time ends, remove the vegan pita chips from air fryer and enjoy!
Helpful Kitchen Tools
To make these delicious homemade air fryer pita chips, here are some helpful kitchen tools you might need in order to get started.
- Air Fryer– Used for cooking the pita chips.
- Small Tongs– Helpful with turning the pita chips in the air fryer.
- Silicone Brush– Used to brush olive oil on the pita chip wedges before seasoning and air frying.
Serving Suggestions for Pita Chips
I think there are a number of delicious ways to enjoy these vegan air fryer pita chips. Some of my favorite ways include:
- Dipped into a bowl of hummus
- Served with vegan black bean dip
- Used as a scoop for egg salad (not a vegan option)
Storing Vegan Pita Chips
If you are planning on making these pita chips in advance, here are a few helpful tips for keeping them fresh and crisp.
- After cooking, allow the pita chips to cool completely.
- Once completely cooled, place in an air tight container and store at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Please note that if you do not wait for the pita chips to cool, they will condensate in the container, lose their crispiness, and go bad quickly.
Air Fryer Recipes to Make Next
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Air Fryer Pita Chips
Crispy, vegan, and ready in 10 minutes, these air fryer pita chips make the perfect appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
- 2 Pita Bread Pockets
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil you might not use all of it
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ⅛ teaspoon Pepper
- ¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ¼ teaspoon Parsley
Instructions
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Cut each pita round into 4 sections then pull apart quartered pita rounds into 2 pieces making 8 wedges per pita round.
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Brush a light amount of olive oil on the tops and bottoms of each of the pita chips.
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In a small bowl mix together ¼ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon pepper, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, and ¼ teaspoon parsley.
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Sprinkle the seasoning blend on the front and backs of the pita chips. Set the seasoned pita chips aside.
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Preheat the air fryer to 325°F.
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Once preheated add the pita chips to the air fryer and cook for 6 minutes. (You do not have to make a single layer just space them out as best you can).
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Turn the chips halfway through baking.
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Remove from air fryer and enjoy!
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