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A white oval platter with air fryer pita chips seasoned with za’atar, served alongside a small bowl of za’atar spice mix and a fresh chopped cucumber-tomato-parsley salad.

Air Fryer Pita Chips

Air Fryer Pita Chips are what I reach for whenever I need a quick, crunchy snack that feels a little more special than anything from a bag. Brushed with olive oil and seasoned with za'atar and salt, they come out of the air fryer beautifully golden and shatteringly crisp. The za'atar gives them this herby, slightly nutty flavor that makes them genuinely hard to stop eating. They pair well with hummus, baba ganoush, tzatziki, or really any dip, making them perfect for snack boards and gatherings. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Air Fryer Pita Chips
Servings: 4
Calories: 87kcal
Author: Mandy Applegate

Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 pita breads with pockets store-bought or homemade
  • Olive oil for brushing
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon za’atar seasoning
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Instructions

  • Cut each pita into two thin rounds (if using pocket-style). Brush both sides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and za’atar. Cut each round into small triangles.
    2 to 3 pita breads with pockets, Olive oil, Salt, 1 tablespoon za’atar seasoning
  • Arrange pita triangles in a single layer in the air fryer basket (work in batches if needed). Air fry at 350°F (180°C) for about 5 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
  • Let chips cool slightly before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.

Notes

Here are a few tips I've picked up from making these again and again.
Split the pita cleanly: Use scissors or a sharp knife to separate pocket-style pita into two thin rounds before cutting into triangles. Thinner rounds mean crispier chips.
Don't skip the olive oil on both sides: Coating both sides of the pita with olive oil is what gives you that even golden color and satisfying crunch throughout, not just on top.
Season before cutting: Sprinkle the za'atar and salt onto the rounds before cutting them into triangles so every piece gets evenly seasoned without extra fuss.
Work in batches: Overlapping pita triangles will steam instead of crisp, so always arrange them in a single layer and run multiple batches if you're making a big amount.
Watch them closely near the end: Air fryers vary, so start checking your pita chips around the 4-minute mark. They can go from golden to overbrowned quickly, especially with thinner pita rounds.
Store properly: Keep cooled chips in an airtight container at room temp for up to 1 week. Skip the fridge since moisture will soften them and lose their crunch. For longer storage, freeze them in freezer bags for 2 to 3 months, and thaw at room temp before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 87kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 151mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 63IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 2mg
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