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Air Fryer Fried Pickles
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🛒 Quick Ingredients
📋 Complete Ingredients List
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🍳 Quick Cooking Steps
Remove pickle slices from jar and drain completely in colander for 5 minutes
Pat pickle slices very dry with paper towels removing as much moisture as possible
Set up breading station with three shallow bowls flour in first beaten eggs in second breadcrumb mixture in third
In third bowl mix panko regular breadcrumbs parmesan garlic powder paprika cayenne black pepper and salt
Working with one pickle slice at a time dredge in flour coating both sides and shaking off excess
Dip floured pickle in beaten egg letting excess drip off
Press pickle firmly into breadcrumb mixture coating both sides thoroughly
Place breaded pickles on wire rack over baking sheet and refrigerate 10 minutes to set coating
Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes
Spray air fryer basket generously with cooking spray
Arrange breaded pickles in single layer in basket not overlapping
Spray tops of pickles generously with cooking spray
Cook at 400°F for 5 minutes then carefully flip each pickle
Spray flipped side with cooking spray and cook additional 5 minutes until golden brown and crispy
Serve immediately while hot with ranch dressing or spicy aioli for dipping
🔧 Kitchen Tools & Equipment
📋 Complete Tools List
- Air fryer
- Three shallow bowls for breading
- Paper towels
- Wire rack
- Baking sheet
- Tongs
- Plate for breaded pickles
- Measuring cups and spoons
⚡ Quick Cooking Tips
Pat pickles extremely dry with paper towels for coating to adhere properly
Use dill pickle chips not spears for best results and even cooking
Press breadcrumbs firmly onto pickles to ensure thick coating
Don't skip chilling step helps coating stick during cooking
Spray generously with oil for maximum golden crispiness
Serve immediately while hot and crispy for best texture
📊 Nutrition Facts
📦 Storage & Meal Prep
🥶 Storage Instructions
- Store cooled fried pickles in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 2 days
- Place parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking
- Best consumed fresh as coating softens over time
- Do not store while warm as condensation makes coating soggy
⏰ Make Ahead Tips
- Bread pickles up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerate covered
- Prepare breading station ingredients and store separately
- Drain and dry pickles up to 1 day ahead store in refrigerator
- Mix dry breadcrumb mixture ahead and store in airtight container
❄️ Freezing Guide
- Freeze uncooked breaded pickles on baking sheet until solid
- Transfer to freezer bags for up to 1 month
- Cook from frozen add 3-5 minutes to cooking time
- Do not thaw before cooking for best texture and crispiness
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve with ranch dressing spicy mayo or comeback sauce for dipping
- Pair with burgers and fries for classic diner-style meal
- Great appetizer for parties and game day gatherings
- Serve with blue cheese or thousand island dressing
- Add to sandwich or burger as crunchy topping
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Not drying pickles thoroughly causes soggy coating that won't stick
- Skipping refrigeration step makes coating fall off during cooking
- Overcrowding air fryer basket results in uneven cooking and soggy texture
- Not pressing breadcrumbs firmly causes coating to be too light
- Using only panko or only regular breadcrumbs affects texture balance
- Not spraying enough oil prevents golden crispy exterior
🎨 Recipe Variations
- Spicy version add more cayenne or dip in hot sauce before breading
- Cheesy style add extra parmesan and cheddar to breadcrumb mixture
- Garlic parmesan increase garlic powder and add Italian herbs
- BBQ ranch mix BBQ seasoning into breadcrumbs serve with ranch
- Dill ranch add fresh dill to breadcrumbs and serve with dill ranch
- Gluten-free use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs throughout
❓ Quick Cooking Q&A
Yes but cut them into smaller pieces for more even cooking and easier eating.
Moisture prevents coating from sticking properly. Pat them very dry for best results.
Yes use gluten-free flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs. Almond flour also works.
Ranch is classic but spicy mayo comeback sauce or blue cheese all work great.
Yes bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes flipping halfway. Won't be as crispy as air fryer.
