A few years ago, we fell in love with parmesan zucchini fries at one of our favorite restaurants, but wanted a healthier option. So, we created these baked zucchini chips! I love how simple these are to make, and since we bake them, they’re healthier! For more easy zucchini recipes, see our zucchini noodles salad, sautéed zucchini, and zucchini bread.
Key Ingredients
Zucchini: For this recipe, I look for medium, firm zucchini. Yellow summer squash is also excellent. Olive Oil: Instead of dipping in egg like other recipes, I dip my zucchini into olive oil, which helps the breadcrumb and parmesan coating stick and brown. Breadcrumbs: You can use homemade breadcrumbs, panko breadcrumbs, or plain breadcrumbs. I love panko because it makes the coating light and crispy. You can also use gluten-free cereal like Chex or leave the breadcrumbs out altogether for gluten-free zucchini chips. You will lose some crunch from the coating, but the chips will still taste great. Parmesan: I love how the parmesan melts and browns in the oven. You can use other cheeses, though. Try sharp cheddar or Gruyere. Spices and Basil: To make the zucchini taste incredible, I season it with salt, garlic powder, and fresh basil. Other fresh herbs, like dill or mint, are great too.
How to Make Zucchini Chips
To make zucchini chips, slice the zucchini into thin rounds about 1/4-inch thick and toss them well in olive oil. Press the rounds into a mixture of breadcrumbs, parmesan, spices, and basil, and place them onto a baking sheet. After 30 minutes in a hot oven, the zucchini chips become tender, and the coating becomes crispy. So easy and so good! 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil 1/3 cup (28g) grated parmesan cheese, 1 ounce 1/3 cup (38g) panko breadcrumbs or homemade breadcrumbs 1/4 cup (15g) packed fresh basil leaves, finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 2Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Toss with the olive oil until well coated. 3Stir the parmesan, breadcrumbs, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. 4Place each zucchini round into the Parmesan mixture and press the coating onto both sides. 5Arrange zucchini chips in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake until browned and the coating is crisp, 25 to 30 minutes.
