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Pickle Chips

  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes (plus heating oil)
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (about 24–32 chips)
  • Category: Appetizer/Snack
  • Method: Frying (or Baking)
  • Cuisine: American Pub
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy, zesty pickle chips that are breaded and fried to golden perfection—perfect as a tangy snack or side dish.


Ingredients

  • 4 large dill pickles, sliced into 1/4‑inch rounds
  • 1/2 cup all‑purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs)
  • Cooking oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
  • Optional for serving: ranch or spicy mayo


Instructions

  1. Pat pickle slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. Set up dredging stations: In one bowl, whisk flour with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. In a second bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, place panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Dredge each pickle slice first in seasoned flour, shaking off excess, then dip in beaten egg, then coat in breadcrumbs. Place on a wire rack while prepping.
  4. Heat about 1/2‑inch oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat until shimmering (around 350°F or test with breadcrumb—it should sizzle and start browning in seconds).
  5. Fry pickle chips in batches for about 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper‑towel‑lined plate to drain.
  6. Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Drying pickles well helps ensure crispiness—pat them extra dry if needed.
  • Use gluten‑free flour and breadcrumbs to make this gluten‑free.
  • For less oil absorption, double‑coat: after the first breadcrumb coat, dip again in egg and re‑coat.
  • You can also bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15–18 minutes—flip halfway through for even browning.
  • Vary the seasoning: try Cajun spice, chili powder, or Parmesan mixed into the breadcrumbs.