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Golden air fryer pickles with crispy breadcrumb coating stacked on a light ceramic plate

Air Fryer Pickles with a Crispy Breadcrumb Coating

These easy air fryer pickles have a crisp breadcrumb coating and a tangy dill pickle center. They make a quick, crunchy snack or appetizer for casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Rest Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • About 24 dill pickle slices, cut 1/4 inch thick
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs or panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Blot the dill pickle slices thoroughly with paper towels until dry.
  2. Add the flour to one shallow bowl. Beat the egg in a second bowl, then mix the breadcrumbs, salt, and black pepper in a third bowl.
  3. Dredge each pickle slice in the flour, coat it with beaten egg, and press it into the seasoned breadcrumbs so all sides are evenly covered.
  4. Set the breaded pickle slices on a rack and rest them for 5 minutes to allow the coating to adhere.
Air Frying
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C), then lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
  2. Arrange the breaded pickle slices in a single, nonoverlapping layer, cooking in batches if necessary. Lightly coat the tops with cooking spray.
  3. Air-fry for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once if needed, until the coating is crisp and golden brown.
Serving
  1. Serve warm with your preferred dipping sauce.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 2 to 3 minutes.