Crispy Onion Cheese Chips (Printable Version)

Thinly sliced onions with melted cheese, air-fried to a crunchy, savory bite perfect for snacks.

# 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

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Slice the onions into thin rings about 1/8 inch thick. Separate the rings and gently pat dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - Set the air fryer to 375°F and allow it to preheat fully before cooking.
03 - Place the onion rings in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined air fryer basket or tray.
04 - In a mixing bowl, combine cheddar and mozzarella cheese with garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt until evenly blended.
05 - Evenly sprinkle the cheese and seasoning mixture over each onion ring, ensuring thorough coverage.
06 - Cook in the air fryer for 8 to 12 minutes until the cheese is golden brown and crispy and onions are tender, monitoring to prevent burning.
07 - Allow the chips to cool in the basket for 2 to 3 minutes to achieve additional crispness.
08 - Transfer chips carefully to a serving platter. Optionally, sprinkle with fresh herbs and serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • They're genuinely crispy without the grease-heavy feeling of fried chips, and your kitchen doesn't smell like a deep fryer for days.
  • You can make them in 22 minutes flat, which means you can go from craving to snacking faster than delivery would arrive.
  • Low-carb and gluten-free without tasting like you're punishing yourself—they're just plain delicious.
02 -
  • Pat those onions dry—I learned this the hard way when my first batch steamed instead of crisped, and it taught me that moisture is what separates chips from soft onion rings.
  • Watch them like a hawk after the ten-minute mark because air fryers vary wildly, and the difference between golden and burnt is sometimes just two minutes.
03 -
  • Use a mandoline slicer if you have one—consistent thickness means even cooking, and your hands stay safe from the sharp knife.
  • If your air fryer basket is small, work in batches rather than crowding them; they need space to crisp properly, and cramming them together steams them instead.
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