Air Fryer Pita Chips

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Air fryer pita chips are a quick and easy snack you can make at home. These crispy chips are seasoned with za’atar and salt, giving them a Middle Eastern twist, and take just 4 minutes to air fry. They’re perfect for dipping or eating on their own.

A plate with a bowl of hummus and pita chips beside it.

These air fryer pita chips with za’atar are a great alternative to store-bought chips. The air fryer gets them super crunchy (without deep frying) and the za’atar adds a unique flavor.

Serve them with hummus, use them in salads, or enjoy them as a standalone snack. Or smash them into pita crunchies and add them into wraps or grain bowls for a crunchy topping.

Feel free to customize the flavors and use up leftover pitas when you have them.

Ingredients

See the recipe card for exact amounts.

Recipe ingredients on a white marble counter labeled pita, za'atar, and olive oil.
  • pita: I use store-bought pitas and have yet to test them with homemade pita bread. Multigrain pitas work also.
  • za’atar seasoning: a Middle Eastern spice blend that adds a tangy, herby flavor.
  • olive oil: helps the seasoning stick, adds flavor, and helps achieve a crispy texture.

Substitutions

  • za’atar seasoning: Try another seasoning blend if za’atar isn’t available to you. I think ranch seasoning would be good.
A plate with a bowl of hummus and pita chips beside it.
Black skillet with the text 'TIP'.

Customize your pita chips by using different seasoning blends.

Instructions

Prep Tips

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Oil brushed onto a pita.
  1. Brush the pita with olive oil.
A pita on a cutting board.
  1. Sprinkle with za’atar and salt. Repeat on the other side.
A pita cut into strips on a cutting board.
  1. Cut the pita into 4 strips.
Pita cut into triangles on a cutting board.
  1. Cut each strip into triangles.
Pita chips on an air fryer tray.
  1. Arrange the pita pieces on the air fryer tray. Air fry for 2 minutes.
Baked pita chips on an air fryer tray.
  1. Flip the pita chips and air fry for another 2 minutes or until golden brown and crispy all over.
A plate with a bowl of hummus and pita chips beside it.

Tips for making pita chips in an air fryer

  • Cut the pitas into even sized pieces for even cooking.
  • Watch the chips closely in the air fryer, the cooking time is very short and burning can happen quickly.
  • Try other seasoning blends for different flavors.

What to serve with air fried pita chips

Pita chips are great served with dips as part of a lunch plate, gameday snack board, or appetizer. Try tzatziki sauce, hummus, or garlicky Toum.

Try homemade baked flour tortilla chips next.

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Storage

Store pita chips once they are completely cooled. I keep them in a container or bag at room temperature for a few days.

A plate with a bowl of hummus and pita chips beside it.

FAQs

Can I make these in the oven instead?

Yes. To make pita chips in the oven, bake them at 400°F (200°C) for 10-15 minutes, flipping once, until crispy and golden brown.

A plate with a bowl of hummus and pita chips beside it.
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Air Fryer Pita Chips

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 4 minutes
Total Time: 9 minutes
Servings: 2
A quick and easy snack made from pita bread, with the savory flavor of za’atar seasoning blend.

Ingredients
  

Instructions

  • Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • Brush one side of the pita with oil. Sprinkle with za’atar and salt. Flip it over and repeat on the other side.
  • Cut the pita into small triangles. First cut the pita into 4 horizontal strips. Cut each strip into triangle pieces.
    Pita cut into triangles on a cutting board.
  • Arrange the pita triangles onto the air fryer tray.
  • Air fry for 4 minutes, flipping halfway.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1pita | Calories: 193kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.01g | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 2mg

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