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Published: Sep 2, 2022 · Modified: May 27, 2024 by chhavi

Air Fry Pita Chips

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Air Fryer Pita Chips - Crunchy, Airy & Light Chips made with leftover pita pockets. I could eat this with anything!! It's so good!

A perfect snack for a game night. A few dips and these chips, and you are done! This recipe is Vegan, plant-based, and free of any preservatives.

Why this recipe works

1. Crispy chips with fraction of oil and time!
2. You can use your leftover pita bread to make these chips and reduce food waste.
3. You can follow the same technique to make chips out of any leftover flatbread in your house!

These chips are a great finger food or appetizer option, especially when you are entertaining. You can scoop up just about anything with these beauties!

They taste so good with my hummus & yogurt dip. You can also eat these with my Greek style red pepper feta dip or my olive oil & balsamic herb bread dip

They are so good that I finished half the chips while shooting. You can see progressively fewer chips in the photos!

They look thick but are crunchy on the outside and light and airy inside.

I usually buy pita to make sandwiches and eat them with hummus. So, I always have some on hand that have gone past their prime.

Usually, I would discard them, but this is a much better way to reduce food waste!

Also, check out our collection of more than 50 Air fryer Appetizers and finger foods

Ingredients

Three ingredients! Period! That's all you need

ingredients for pita chips-  pita pockets, oil and seasoning
  • Pita Bread- I used store-bought pita for this. You can also use premade pizza bases, tortillas, and naan.
  • Oil -I have used regular olive oil here, but fat like ghee, groundnut oil , and avocado oil will also work.
  • Seasoning- you could use anything!

My secret seasoning, which is really not so secret, is equal parts - garlic powder, salt, thyme, and smoked chili - like chipotle chilli or paprika. This seasoning sticks so well to the chips because of the garlic powder.

Here are some more options to season the pita chips with.

  • Ranch Seasoning
  • Zaatar
  • Sumac
  • Salt & Pepper
  • Italian Seasoning
  • Sweet Chips with Cinnamon and Sugar!

You can also toss them in seasoning after air-frying the pita. Seasonings that have cheese powders and chilis work best when not cooked.

And if you want to make these oil-free, that will also work. The only flipside of not using oil is that the seasoning might not stick to the chips very well. But you can solve that problem by dipping them in a punchy dip like a Tzatziki or a Loaded Hummus with Roasted Olives

How to Make Pita Chips in Air Fryer

The method is very simple. The amount of time it takes to get crispy pita chips will depend on the kind of air-fryer and the size of the triangles.
Use this as a guide more than an absolute recipe.

Step 1: Prep

Cut the Pita into about 2-inch triangles.

I usually cut along the center first and then change the angle by 25 degrees for every next cut.

cut triangles of pita chips

seasoning pita pockets

Step 2: Season

Drizzle the oil all over the pita chips. You can also use an oil spray. That will give you a more even coat. Though it's not an absolute necessity.

Add the seasoning on top and give it a toss. You can add the oil to the seasoning and brush the pita chips.

uncooked pita chips in the air fryer basket
Air Fryer pita chips in the air fryer basket

Step 3: Air Frying

Preheat the air-fryer for 2 minutes if possible. It will give a more even browning.

Add the chips to the air fryer basket. I usually add about 2 layer worth of chips.

Air fry at 180 C or 365F.Give it a gentle shake in the middle.

Before you ask, these chips can overlap. They will cook to perfection even if the pita is on top of each other. Though don't overfill the air-fryer basket. Leave some room so you can toss the chips midway.

Air Frying Time

The air frying time will vary depending on what kind of chips you like. It will also depend on how full your air fryer basket it.

Lesser chips will take less time to crisp up, and vice versa.It will also depend on how crunchy you want the chips to be.

I like my pita chips extra crunchy outside and airy on the inside. They still have an infinitesimal give on the inside. That way, you get two different textures in one chip!

So my preferred time is 8-11 minutes. I check them at the 8-minute mark to see the color and the texture and make a decision based on that.

For super crunchy pitas, air fry them at a low temp for more time. So go for 170C/340F for about 15-18 minutes.

Crispy Air fryer Pita Chips

Oven Pita Chips

If you don't have an air fryer, use your oven instead.

Just brush the cut-up pita bread with oil and place it on a wire rack.Bake in a preheated oven, for about 20-22 minutes at 180C or 365F.

Using a wire rack instead of a baking sheet will make the chips crispier. Don't forget to brush the wire rack with of before baking. Those things are known for sticking!

You can also bake these on a cookie sheet lined with baking paper.

Storing & Leftovers

Anything crisp needs to be stored in an airtight container. These will start to get soggy in about 2 hours after they are air-fried.

Let the chips cool completely before you store them in a zip-lock bag or an air-tight jar.They should last on the counter for 2-3 days.

Appetiser platter with pita chips, celery , Honey chilli dip

Serving

Ah! This is my favorite bit. The first time I made these, I didn't serve them to anyone. I just sat down, without distractions, and finished these with my easy yogurt dip. These will also go well with my spicy sriracha lime aioli , fresh and tangy chimichurri aioli.

You can also eat these crispy pita chips with cream cheese or salsa.

If you are entertaining, Serve these chips and veggies like cucumber, carrots and celery. You can make these ahead of your party. I suggest you make a few dips like the yogurt dip, maybe Some loaded hummus or some guacamole.We also love them with chunky dips like my corn dip.

This would be my grazing platter. I find making something like this goes a long way.

More Air fryer appetizers

Here are some more Air Fryer Appetisers for you

  • Air Fryer Apple Turnovers
  • Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings-(Extra Crispy)
  • Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
  • Air Fryer Garlic Bread

If you make these crispy pita chips, drop me a note in the comments. I would love to know what you thought about them.

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Air Fryer Pita Chips

How to make pita chips in air fryer
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Prep Time: 1 minute minute
Cook Time: 9 minutes minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 45kcal
Author: Chhavi

Ingredients 

  • 8-10 Pita Bread pockets
  • 2 tablespoon Oil
  • 2 tablespoon Seasoning* check notes

Instructions

  • Preheat the Air fryer at 180 C or 365 F for 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, Cut the Pita Chips into triangles.
  • Drizzle oil and seasoning around.Give it a mix.
  • Add half the chips to the air fryer basket.
  • Air fry for 6 minutes.Shake the chips gently at the 3 minute mark.Air Fry for 8-9 minutes if you want the chips crisper and darker brown.
  • Check if they have browned and crisped to your expectation.Remove.
  • Serve immediately.

Video

Notes

Seasoning

I have used 
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Chipotle Chilli
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme

Here are some more Seasoning options

  • Ranch Seasoning
  • Zaatar
  • Salt & Pepper
  • Sea Salt & Rosemary
  • Italian Seasoning
  • Curry Powder or Chaat Masala
  • Smoked Chilli and salt
  • Sweet Chips with Cinnamon and Sugar!

Air Fryer Time

The Air fryer time may vary depending on the brand you use, how full the air fryer basket is and how crispy you want the chips.
with 8-10 minutes of air frying  at 180C/365F you should get crunchy outside and airy insides with a very slight give. This will give your chip multiple textures which is what we want!

Serving

Serve these pita chips with dips 
  • Yogurt Dips like tzatziki or Garlic yogurt dip
  • Hummus 
  • Chili oil or herb oils
  • Mayonnaise and ketchup
  • Chunky dips like Corn & Bean Dip
 

Nutrition

Calories: 45kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 26mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Pita Chips Healthy

They are healthier than most store-bought chips because they are air-fried with just a brush of oil. The nutrient value will greatly depend on the type of pita used. Usually pita just has flour, water and yeast so a homemade pita chip is devoid of any artificial flavors and preservatives.

What are Pita Chips made of

Pita chips are made by frying pita bread. In our recipe, we have air fried the pita instead, which makes for lesser work and even lesser calories.

Are Homemade Pita Chips Healthy?

Yes. They are healthier most store bought chips. They have lesser salt, oil and preservatives than anything you will get out of a bag.

Are Pita Chips Gluten Free

No.Pita is made of refined wheat flour which usually has gluten in it.If you can find pita bread made of gluten free flour and then make these chips, they will be gluten free.

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  1. Kusum Vashisht says

    April 23, 2024 at 5:22 am

    5 stars
    Wow !it’s is amazing!

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