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Homemade air fryer pita chips are a simple, delicious snack that can be made in just minutes! Golden brown and crispy, they make a great snack or chip substitute and are sturdy enough for dipping or can be crumbled into soups or salads.

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Easy Air Fryer Pita Chips Recipe

No need to buy expensive store-bought pita chips! You can customize these into your favorite flavors, thickness, and they are so quick and easy, you can have them done in a snap! They are great on their own, but are good for dipping into hummus, melted cheese, tzatziki, or bean dips. 

This recipe uses just a small amount of olive oil, making them a healthier and more flavorful option to greasy potato chips. If you’re a fan of crispy air fryer snacks, be sure to try air fryer tortilla chips or air fryer cinnamon sugar tortilla chips as well! 

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Ingredients You Need to Make Pita Chips in Air Fryer

  • Pita Bread- The base of this recipe. Soft, fresh bread works best, and you can choose thickness of pita bread to determine the thickness of your chips. 
  • Olive Oil or Avocado Oil- Just a light brushing coats the pita bread ensuring the seasonings will stick to them while air frying, and also helps them become golden brown and crispy. 
  • Sea Salt- Enhances the flavor of the chips, making them taste more like a potato chip. 

How to Make Air Fryer Pita Chips

Step 1.  Cut each pita bread into triangles or wedges. For extra-crispy chips, you can separate the pita layers to make thinner chips.

Step 2. In a large bowl, toss the pita pieces with olive oil and seasonings, coating both sides. 

Pita bread cut into triangles, tossed with olive oil and salt in a clear glass bowl.

Step 3. Place pita wedges in the air fryer basket in a single layer, without overlapping, so they can become crispy while air frying.

Pieces of pita bread in the air fryer basket before being cooked into chips.

Step 4. Air fry at 350 degrees F for 5-7 minutes, until chips are golden brown and crispy, turning the pieces halfway through air frying. If using thinner pita bread, adjust the cooking time by a minute or two. 

Crispy golden brown pita chips in the air fryer basket after being cooked.

Step 5. As the chips cool, they will continue to crisp up as they cool.  

Homemade Air Fryer Pita Chips Variations

  • Sweet Pita Chips: Make sweet chips by brushing with melted butter instead of olive oil and then sprinkle with this cinnamon sugar mixture. 
  • Savory and crunchy Pita Chips: Brush with the olive oil, and then sprinkle with this simple Everything Bagel Seasoning.
  • Add a little heat: Sprinkle a pinch of chili powder or cayenne pepper along with the salt and pepper for an extra kick.
  • Experiment with your favorite spices: Sprinkle with other flavors like Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, or just leave them with sea salt and ground black pepper!
Crispy golden chips on a white plate in front of an air fryer.

Tips for Making the Best Pita Chips

  • Don’t use too much oil: Just a simple light drizzle is all these chips need to become crispy.
  • Adjust thickness for serving: For dipping chips or appetizers, use thicker pita bread, and for a lighter snack, use thinner pita bread.

FAQ’S

Do I have to use oil to make these chips?

No. The oil does help them crisp up and turn golden brown, but you can also use a light mist of non=stick cooking spray or you can try using water.

How do I store leftover pita chips?

Store leftover chips in a cool and dry place, and in an airtight container. Don’t put them in the fridge because moisture will reduce the crispness. They should stay crispy for 3-4 days. If they lose crispness, reheat them in the air fryer for a minute or two until they regain crispy texture. 

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5 from 1 vote
Servings: 2

Air Fryer Pita Chips

By Becky
Homemade air fryer pita chips are a simple, delicious snack that can be made in just minutes! They make a great snack or chip substitute too!
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Total: 10 minutes
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Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients 

  • 2 pieces pita bread
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions 

  • Cut each pita bread into triangles or wedges. Toss the pita pieces in a large bowl, with olive oil and seasonings, coating both sides.
  • Place pita wedges in the air fryer basket in a single layer, without overlapping, so they can become crispy while air frying.
  • Air fry at 350 degrees F for 5-7 minutes, until chips are golden brown and crispy, turning the pieces halfway through air frying. If using thinner pita bread, adjust the cooking time by a minute or two. 
  • Chips will continue to get crispy as they cool.

Notes

For extra-crispy chips, if using thicker pita bread, cut the bread in half. You may need to adjust the air frying time by a minute or two, but this will make thinner and crisper chips. 

Nutrition

Calories: 216kcal, Carbohydrates: 31g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Sodium: 591mg, Potassium: 67mg, Fiber: 1g, Calcium: 48mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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  1. Becky Abbott says:

    5 stars
    Love making these for a snack!

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