Crunchy Baked Zucchini Recipe
RecipesThis recipe celebrates the savory side of zucchini. A crunchy breadcrumb coating covers slices of zucchini, which are baked until tender. Even picky eaters will enjoy this garden treat.
Crunchy Breaded Zucchini Recipe
I love eating fresh garden produce for dinner. This zucchini recipe is not only delicious, but it is also quick and easy. It's the perfect payoff for all your garden work.
These zucchini slices can be cooked in an oven or an air fryer. Directions are given for both methods.
Ingredients
- 1 or 2 Zucchini - depends on size
- 1Â Egg
- 1 to 2 cups Panko Breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
- Salt, Pepper, Garlic Powder to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
Directions
Step 1
Oven: Preheat oven to 425ºF. Prepare a baking sheet with cooking spray or a sheet of foil.
Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400ºF.
Step 2
Slice zucchini in 1/4 inch rounds. The thicker they are, the longer they take to cook. Thinner slices will have a higher breading ratio.
Step 3
In a small bowl, stir seasonings into bread crumbs.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg. Dip the zucchini slices in the egg and then into the breadcrumb mix.
Step 5
Place breaded zucchini slices on a pan or in an air fryer basket.Â
Oven: Cook for 20 minutes.
Air Fryer: Cook for 6-7 minutes.
Step 6
Eat right away before the breading gets soft.
You can also dip these zucchini slices in marinara sauce or ranch dressing.
Cooked slices can be refrigerated, but the breading will soften.
Tips:
Omit Italian seasoning if using seasoned breadcrumbs.
Make your own Italian Seasoning with: Oregano, Basil, Thyme, Rosemary, and Marjoram.
Let me know if you make this zucchini recipe.
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