Crispy Onion Cheese Chips (Printable)

Thinly sliced onions air-fried with melted cheddar and mozzarella for a crunchy, savory snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium yellow onions, peeled

→ Dairy

02 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
03 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Spices & Seasonings

04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Optional Garnish

08 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or parsley

# How To Make It:

01 - Slice onions into thin rings about 1/8-inch thick, separate rings, and pat dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
02 - Set the air fryer to 375°F and allow it to heat.
03 - Place onion rings in a single layer on parchment paper inside the air fryer basket or tray.
04 - Combine shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese with garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt in a bowl.
05 - Generously sprinkle the cheese mixture over each onion ring, ensuring full coverage.
06 - Cook for 8 to 12 minutes until the cheese is golden and crispy and onions are tender, monitoring closely to prevent burning.
07 - Allow chips to rest in the basket for 2 to 3 minutes to enhance crispness.
08 - Transfer chips carefully to a serving platter, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get that satisfying crispy crunch without the heavy breading and deep frying
  • They come together faster than you can decide what to watch for movie night
02 -
  • Dry your onion rings thoroughly with paper towels before adding any cheese
  • Keep a close eye during those last few minutes because the cheese goes from golden to burned quickly
03 -
  • A mandoline creates perfectly even slices for consistent cooking results
  • Leftovers re-crisp beautifully after 2 minutes back in the air fryer
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