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Air Fryer Crispy Onions – Healthy & Delicious

Light, crunchy air fryer crispy onions made with minimal oil and bold seasoning.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 yellow onions thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.33 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Slice onions thinly and place in a large bowl.
  2. Drizzle onions with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs, cornstarch, and seasonings.
  4. Toss onions with breadcrumb mixture until well coated.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  6. Arrange onions in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  7. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  8. Remove and cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Cook in batches for best crispiness.