Crispy Onion Cheese Chips (Print Version)

Golden air-fried bites combining thin onion rings and melted cheese for a savory low-carb snack.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium yellow onions, peeled

→ Cheese

02 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (approximately 100 g)
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (approximately 100 g)

→ Spices

04 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
05 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - ¼ teaspoon salt

→ Optional Garnish

08 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

# How to Make It:

01 - Slice the onions very thinly using a mandoline or sharp knife and separate into individual rings.
02 - Pat the onion slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
03 - In a mixing bowl, toss the onion slices with garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt until evenly coated.
04 - Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper or a silicone liner to prevent sticking.
05 - Arrange small piles of shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses on the lined basket, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart.
06 - Place a few seasoned onion slices on top of each cheese pile and press gently to adhere.
07 - Sprinkle any remaining shredded cheese over the onion-topped piles for added texture.
08 - Air-fry at 375°F for 8 to 12 minutes, until the cheese is golden brown and crispy and the onions are tender and browned.
09 - Allow the chips to cool in the basket for 2 to 3 minutes to crisp further, then carefully remove using a spatula.
10 - Optionally, sprinkle chopped chives on top and serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • You get actual vegetables and protein without any of the guilt that usually comes with snacking.
  • They're so addictive that a batch disappears before you know it, and the whole thing takes less time than waiting for an oven to preheat.
  • Once you nail the technique, you'll start experimenting with different cheeses and seasonings because the possibilities feel endless.
02 -
  • The difference between crispy chips and oily, rubbery disappointment comes down to how dry your onions are before they hit the air fryer—don't skip the paper towel step.
  • Every air fryer runs a little hot or cool, so check your chips at the 8-minute mark and keep a close eye on them so your cheese doesn't burn into bitter bits.
03 -
  • Spray a light coating of cooking oil on the parchment paper before adding cheese—it helps everything brown evenly and keeps the bottoms from sticking.
  • If your chips are turning dark before the cheese fully crisps, lower the temperature by 25 degrees and add a few extra minutes; every fryer is different, and learning yours is half the fun.
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