Crispy Eggplant Parmesan Chips (Printable)

Thin eggplant rounds baked to a golden crisp with Parmesan and herb coating for a savory crunch.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large eggplant, sliced into 1/8-inch rounds

→ Breading

02 - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
03 - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Coating

08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 2 tablespoons milk

→ For Baking

10 - Olive oil spray

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and lightly coat with olive oil spray.
02 - Cut eggplant into 1/8-inch-thick rounds and pat dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
03 - Whisk together eggs and milk in a shallow bowl until combined.
04 - In a separate bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, black pepper, and salt.
05 - Dip each eggplant slice into the egg mixture, then dredge in the breadcrumb-Parmesan blend, pressing lightly to adhere.
06 - Place coated slices in a single layer on prepared sheets and lightly spray tops with olive oil.
07 - Bake for 12–15 minutes, flip each slice, and bake an additional 10–12 minutes until golden and crisp.
08 - Allow chips to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The crunch is ridiculously satisfying without any frying mess
  • They reheat beautifully so you can make them ahead for guests
02 -
  • Dry eggplant slices are nonnegotiable or youll end up with soggy chips instead of crispy ones
  • Dont crowd the baking sheets or theyll steam instead of crisp
03 -
  • Convection mode cuts the cooking time and boosts the crunch factor significantly
  • Letting them cool completely before storing keeps them crispier longer
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