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These homemade Air Fryer pita chips are a simple, delicious snack that come together in just minutes!
Golden brown and crispy, they make a great snack or chip substitute and are sturdy enough for dipping with some cheese sauce, or can be crumbled into soups or salads. If you’ve tried and liked my Air Fryer tortilla chips, you’ll love this recipe too.
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.
If you’re a fan of crispy Air Fryer snacks, be sure to try my Air Fryer chickpeas and Air Fryer cinnamon sugar tortilla chips as well!
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✨ Flavor: Crispy, salty and addictive!
⏱️ Prep time: 5 minutes.
🔥 Cook time: 5 minutes.
⏲️ Total time: 10 minutes.
👥 Servings: 2 servings.
🥄 Tools: Air Fryer + a large bowl for tossing.
❄️ Freezer friendly: No.
👩🏻🍳 Tip: Cook the pita chips for a couple of extra minutes to make them even more crunchy!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- You’ll need just a small amount of olive oil, making these chips a healthier and more flavorful option than greasy potato chips.
- They’re perfect to team up with dips- or enjoy on their own- just like my Air Fryer pasta chips.
- They come together in a jiffy, and are great to make and store for later- like my Air Fryer Chex mix.
Recipe Ingredients
- Pita bread: The base of this recipe- soft, fresh bread works best. Choose thick or thin pita bread depending on the thickness of the chips you want.
- Oil: Avocado oil or olive oil- both work well. You’ll need just a little- to ensure the seasoning coats the pita chips nicely.
- Seasonings: To enhance the flavor of the chips. I used only a bit of salt here to keep it simple, but you can try using my DIY ranch seasoning too- it tastes amazing!
See recipe card for quantities.
Variations
- Use melted butter instead of olive oil and then sprinkle the pita chips with a cinnamon sugar mixture to make delicious holiday themed pita chips.
- You can also try using some garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning or my favorite Everything Bagel seasoning to create different versions and flavors of the chips.
- For a kick of heat, simply add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes in addition to the salt.
How to Make Air Fryer Pita Chips
- Cut each pita bread into triangles or wedges. Transfer them to a large bowl with olive oil and seasonings and toss them well. Transfer them to the Air Fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry at 350 F for 5-7 minutes until chips are golden brown and crispy. If you’re using thin pita bread, reduce the cooking time by 1-2 minutes.
Serving Ideas & Suggestions
The best way to enjoy these Air Fryer pita chips is to team them up with a nice dip. I like to go for the classic hummus and some Air Fryer Falafel or Air Fryer Greek meatballs to make it a wholesome Greek meal.
You can also pair it with a cheesy dip or my Air Fryer spinach artichoke dip if you’re making it for a party.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Don’t use too much oil- just a simple light drizzle is all these chips need to become crispy.
- Line your Air Fryer basket with parchment paper before adding the pita chips. This makes cleanup easier- I did this while making my Air Fryer cinnamon twists too.
- For dipping chips or appetizers, use thicker pita bread, and for a lighter snack, use thinner pita bread.
- Chips will continue to get crispy as they cool, so don’t worry if they don’t feel crunchy enough.
- Still have a bit of pita bread leftover? Use it up to make my Air Fryer pita pizza.
Recipe FAQs
Yes. The oil does help them crisp up and turn golden brown, but you can also use a light mist of non stick cooking spray if you want.
Store leftover chips in a cool and dry place, and in an airtight container. Don’t put them in the fridge because the moisture will reduce their crispness. They should stay crispy for 3-4 days.
If the pita chips have lost their crispness, you can reheat them in the Air Fryer for a minute or two until they regain their crispy texture.
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Air Fryer Pita Chips
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.
- Allow the chips to cool down first before you serve. This will make them even more crunchy.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Love making these for a snack!