Are you craving a delicious crispy fried pickle chip? This air fryer pickle recipe is extremely easy to make.
Air Fryer Gluten Free Pickles
I am not kidding when I say that this is literally the World’s Easiest Air Fryer Fried Pickle Recipe. No joke, it is really easy.
It has super minimal ingredients, but yet gives you that taste you love! That taste you are craving!
What kind of AirFryer do I need?
People are falling in love with Air Fryers (affiliate link). I personally got mine as a Christmas gift from my mom. Thanks Mom!
I have the Power Air Fryer XL (affiliate link) which was originally purchased from Kohls but is now available on Amazon. You can purchase it here (affiliate link)
The air fryer (affiliate link) is designed to give food the crunch and crisp that you would get when you deep fry food, but without the oil.
You are cooking with little or no oil. So that means you are consuming less fat and fewer calories! That’s a win!
Side note: If you are in the market for an air fryer, I recently created a post about the best air fryers on the market. The post is based off of reviews from friends, family and online consumers! Be sure to check out the best air fryers on the market!
Fried Pickles is literally one of my favorite snacks. Dip them into ranch and we are in business!
I knew that I needed to put my air fryer to good snack making use and make some air fryer fried pickles. Air Fryer recipes are pretty hot right now. Everyone seems to be coming out with air fryer cookbooks and air fryer recipe books.
There are endless ideas and recipes out there. Today, it is all about air fryer pickles. When I say they are easy, I am not kidding.
Soggy Gluten Free Fried Pickles
Pickles can hold quite a bit of moisture. If you end up with soggy pickles it is probably because the pickles had a wee bit too much of moisture in them. Next time around, go ahead and pat dry the pickles before coating with the mixture.
Love spicy easy fried pickles?
If you LOVE a little spice or hotness to your food, I have a fix for you! You can add some hot sauce to the liquid mixture during the coating process. This will help give those little pickles some KICK!
Can you change the pickle?
Yes, you can change the pickle if you wish. I would suggest sticking with a dill pickle in spear or rounds. But if you want a sweeter one, you can opt for a bread and butter pickle. My personal opinion is the dill is the way to go!
Can I use a whole pickle?
You can start with a whole pickle. You know the ones that are sold in a big jar on deli counters? You can start with those and use a crinkle cutter (affiliate ad link) to make slices! If you want to make life easy you can just opt for pickle chips that are already pre-cut!
Fried Pickle Dipping Sauce Recommendations
Oh, this is getting me hungry with all this pickle talk! Whether you make your pickles in the air fryer or in the skillet, you need a good dipping sauce! Am I right?!
I am personally a big fan of dipping my air fryer pickles, deep fried pickles OR pan fried pickles into ranch! You can use a commercial brand of ranch, but if you’d like to make a homemade version you can try my dairy-free ranch.
You could also use a spicy mayo or a comeback sauce!
Don’t have an air fryer to make pickles? We have an easy to make skillet recipe that gives you perfect pickle chips each and every time. Check it out. I think you’ll love these gluten free fried pickles!
Side note: If you are in the market for an air fryer, I recently created a post about the best air fryers on the market. The post is based off of reviews from friends, family and online consumers! Be sure to check out the best air fryers on the market!
More easy air fryer recipes:
Looking for vegan air fryer recipes? We have some of those too! You can even check out our YouTube channel for some air fryer videos.
Still don’t have an air fryer of your own? Be sure to check out our air fryer reviews from several of the top models out there. You’ll be whipping up free air fryer recipes in no time!
Want to learn more about Air Fryers? Check out our Air Fryer 101 post! Having an Air Fryer is great but may also mean that you have a ton of questions as well.
We have some great tips for using your air fryer! Be sure to check out our Common Air Fryer Mistakes post so you are avoiding common problems when using your air fryer.
How to clean your air fryer, that is the million dollar question that we’ve been hearing lately! Wondering the correct and best way to clean your air fryer? Check out these tips for cleaning your airfryer!
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Let’s check out this air fryer recipe!
- 1 jar pickle rounds approx 32 oz
- 1 egg
- 1 t maple syrup optional for sweetness
- 3/4 c panko bread crumbs seasoned
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Remove the pickle rounds from the jar and drain the liquid. Place the pickle rounds between paper towels. Pat to remove moisture.
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In a small bowl, scramble the egg. (add maple syrup here if you choose)
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In a second small bowl, place the panko bread crumbs.
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Gently dip the pickles in egg mixture. Dip into bread crumbs and coat both sides.
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Place pickle chips into a single layer into your air fryer. Fry at 400 degrees F for 8 minutes. Turn pickles after 4 minutes. (Do not shake the basket, manually flip each pickle)
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ENJOY!
I used a gluten-free panko bread crumb mixture to meet my dietary restrictions. I specifically used an Ian's Italian Seasoned one and it was delicious. Use whatever panko bread crumbs fit your needs and your taste.
Run out of egg and pankos in your bowl? Just add more. No biggie. This recipe is MEGA easy, just add more if you need it.
Did you make this recipe?
Be sure to snap a picture and post it to Instagram with the hashtag #VegetarianMamma! I love seeing our recipes being recreated!Did I not say that was easy? Ha, I did not disappointment. It is SO easy! If you love the idea of Air Fryer Recipes, you might want to check out some of our other ones that we have posted!
Question: Do you think you’d prefer fried pickle spears or fried pickle coins? Either way, you are winning with delicious homemade fried pickles! But just curious! Let me know in the comments below!
Leave me a comment below telling me if you have an air fryer. What recipes have you tried in your air fryer? I’d love to know!
Want more?
You might also like our Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts!
Or you might enjoy our Air Fryer Baked Potatoes!
Love Grilled Cheese? Maybe Air Fryer Grilled Cheese is what you need!
This air fryer tofu recipe is very simple and delicious!
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Gladys parker says
I’m still wondering if an air fryer would make good chicken wings. Your friend pickles look delicious! I know my family would eat them up. I’m trying to decide if an air fryer would give us more reason to eat the healthy foods we need or cause us to fry the foods we don’t fry now. Haha
Cindy says
I think it would. I can’t personally say yes, since I’ve never tried it but being a former meat eater I would bet that they would be delicious! 🙂 Ha, I think its a mix of both. You’ll probably try new foods, some might be healthier but it also makes for a good excuse to eat some of those ones that you don’t fry now LOL Its a mix 🙂
Heather says
Wings in the air fryer are awesome! And you don’t really “fry” anything so it’s not like your making anything more unhealthy by using the air fryer. It’s just replacing your oven. Brussel sprouts in the air fryer are delicious and crispy!
Cindy says
I got my mom an air fryer for Christmas and she is SO excited to try wings!
Andy Atsugah says
Great recipe. I am always fond of having pickles and the recipe you have shared seems very delicious. i will try thi air fryer fried pickles recipe at home . thanks for sharing.
Heather says
Oh my gosh I want to try this! I had fried pickles at Texas Road House once and they were incredibly salty. I couldn’t take another bite, but since then I felt jipped and wanted another chance at this is just another excuse for me to go get an air fryer.
Drake Conan says
You had me at healthy and delicious! I would love to try making this recipe. I’m sure that taste as delicious as they look!
Elizabeth O says
I have this air fryer but a different model and I really enjoy it, I have never thought of frying pickles though, I love pickles so I am definitely going to give this a try.
Amanda says
I really need to get an air fryer. Does it take a ton of work to cook and clean with it? Typically that’s what turns me off when buying a new kitchen tool or gadget.
Cindy says
It does not. The clean up is simple. There is a metal basket that comes out of the bottom part. Can easily clean both in the sink or dishwasher! Score!
Cindy Ingalls says
I don’t have an air fryer, but I kind of wish I did. I’m not the biggest fried food lover, but I do adore a good crisp, fried pickle. These look so delicious.
Betzy Cuellar says
Thank you for the recipe! I’m intrigued to give it a go with Jalapenos instead.
Serena Hale says
Pickles are one of my favorites, but rarely do I get it fried. Air fried is even better. Yum.
Rosey says
I’ve been wanting to try an air fryer. I’d love to sample the pickle recipe.
Our Family World says
Oh wow. You totally convinced me to get an air fryer. I have been thinking of getting one but I had limited ideas on what to use it for. Not anymore. Those fried pickles look amazing!
Stefanie says
This recipe sounds great! I don’t have an air fryer, but would love to try them! Would it work to bake in the oven at 400 degrees?
Cindy says
Great question. I am not honestly sure, but its worth a try! Here are pan frying instructions if you want to try that route: https://vegetarianmamma.com/gluten-free-fried-pickles/ 🙂
Cheryl says
There are so many people on here that don’t have an AF trust e when you get one you will find a reason to make everything it’s the new 2018 toy for me i just love it, I have the Todd English 9.8 it’s good size i have o problem cooking anything.. I cook fried chick, chicken wings and fries and you name it,,But if your on the fence about geting one get off and you won’t be sorry… And I love fried pickles had them at Longhorn Steakhouse and OMG they were so good never thought i would like them..Best of Luck to you on trying one.
Cassy says
Just had these. They are delicious! I may try getting the dill pickles that are sliced lengthwise for sandwiches, to see if I can get more pickle at once.
Cindy says
Oh that sounds amazing! The longer pickles would do great! Let me know how it works out!
Heather says
I used to have a fry daddy…it was a wedding gift many years ago. I think I used it twice then got rid of it because it wasn’t very healthy. But an air fryer is different! I think I need one of these!
Victoria says
This recipe is amazing. I don’t have an airfryer yet, but one of my best friends has been raving about their’s for the past couple of months.
Rose Ann Sales says
I don’t eat pickles but it looks like a great way for me to eat pickles. This recipe looks so good and delicious will definitely try to make this at home.
Geraline Batarra says
This sounds an amazing pickles recipe. I need to try this and I am sure this will be gone for a minute in our table. Thanks for sharing this delicious recipe with us.
Karlyn Cruz says
Wow! That’s definitely serious for gluten free eaters. My bff is all gluten free and she could never eat anything fried. I feel like I need to surprise her with this!
Sue says
I just made this. It was really yummy. What type of pickle chips did you use? I used Famous Dave’s signature spicy pickle chips. And the flavor was a bit overpowering. Also do you leave the chips in the egg dip for any amount of time? My bread crumbs didn’t seem to stick as well as your photo. I will make them again. Thanks you for the recipe!!!
Cindy says
Hi Sue! I’ve used a variety of pickles. That time around I used grillos pickles. I found them in the refridge section at my Kroger and Whole Foods :0 I didn’t leave the chips in the egg a specific amount of time but I did make sure that I flipped the pickle chips to make sure they are completely covered with egg. Then once in the bread crumb mixture, sometimes you have to gently pat the crumbs onto the pickles. Sometime they need an extra helping hand, depending on the pickle 🙂 You are so welcome!
Marlynn | Urban Bliss Life says
I’m still trying new recipes in my air fryer, and this sounds like a fun one for game day snacks! I’ll have to try the air fryer grilled cheese recipe and for tofu too. Yum!
Cindy says
Perfect for game day!! So many good things come from the air fryer!
Holly Flaxbeard says
Ah, the universe is talking to me today and all I see is great ideas for air fryer recipes! I’ve been on the fence and think that I see an air fryer in my future. : ) I’d love to try your recipe for fried pickles.
Cindy says
Seriously, the air fryer has been the best purchase! Listen to the universe today 🙂
Lori Vachon says
My Christmas wish list this year has an air fryer on it as item #1. Once Santa delivers, I’m totally trying these fried pickles, they sound amazing.
Cindy says
Mine came from Santa too! 🙂
Lauren Vavala @ DeliciousLittleBites says
Now this recipe is how I am going to convince my fiance that I need just one more appliance – these look amazing!!
Cindy says
Just one more, won’t hurt, right? LOL
Dannii says
I am pickle obsessed, but I have never had them this way. Can’t wait to try!
Cindy says
I am pickle obsessed too! YUM
kumamonjeng says
I love fried stuff so much and yet worried for overused of oil and cause health issue. Glad to learn about so many things can be done with the air fryer. Thanks for the knowledge.
Cindy says
Very welcome!
Christa says
I really need to get an air fryer! It’s such a great way to prepare food. These look delicious!
Cindy says
Couldn’t agree more, you need more! They are pretty amazing!
Brianne Manz says
Oh these look delicious and I love that you used an air fryer. I often feel guilty if I eat things like this because of the grease. I will be trying this in our air fryer, I am not sure why I didn’t think of this sooner!
Cindy says
It is a fun kitchen tool for those times when you need to deep fry but don’t want that extra oil added in!
Sara Welch says
Oh my word this made my tummy growl. I absolutely love fried pickles.
Cindy says
Me too, so yummy!
Kita Bryant says
I am so glad I ran into this. I always get fried pickles as an appetizer.
Cindy says
It is so delicious!
Annreeba says
Wow..these looks delicious! I need to buy an air fryer. I’ll have to try the air fryer grilled cheese recipe and for tofu too.
Cindy says
Thank you! Enjoy!
Ann says
Simple recipe very quick. ONly note is that my Panko was in bigger flakes and I had to try to crush them up some because they didn’t stick well at first. Next time I’ll grind them up a little first.
Cindy says
Got it. Yes totally makes sense that if you have panko that is not smaller or finely ground, you might need to crush it more. Glad that you crushed it more so it would stick better! 🙂 Glad you liked it!
Teresa says
Tried them, good for non gluten but cooked my second batch 2 min longer, so 10 min total. They came out more crispy. I did flip them in between. Time consuming but tasty!
Cindy says
Yes, more crispy does work! My husband likes them crispier than I do too! They are time consuming but so good! (but time consuming especially when you eat them so quickly!) They never last long around here!