Homemade Pita Chips

I believe oven-baked pita chips are the best because they give you that addictive crunch without the heaviness of frying. You only need a drizzle of olive oil, and they will crisp up beautifully in the oven.

Whether I'm putting together a snack board, serving mezze, or just setting out a bowl of hummus, these oven-baked pita chips always disappear fast. They've got that sturdy crunch that's perfect for dipping, and the best part is how easy they are to make at home.

All you need are a few simple ingredients: pita bread, olive oil, and your choice of seasonings. My favorite is za'atar, but flaky sea salt and black pepper are also a simple, delicious choice. Let's look at what you'll need to get started.

Ingredients You'll Need

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Here's everything you'll need to make these crispy oven-baked pita chips at home:

• Pita bread. Fresh or store-bought, both work. Choose a type you love.
• Olive oil. A drizzle adds flavor and helps the chips bake up golden and crunchy.
• Seasonings. A sprinkle of sea salt is classic, but you can also add garlic powder, za'atar, shawarma spice mix, paprika, or your favorite spice blend for extra flavor.

That's it! Just a few pantry staples. See full measurement and instructions below!

👉 Keep in mind: the thinner the bread, the faster it crisps up. Start checking a couple of minutes early so your pita chips don't go from golden to too dark.

How to Make Homemade Pita Chips

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First, grab a few pieces of pita bread and slice them into triangles. Cut them like you're cutting up a little pizza. I like to cut them into fourths, then again to create 8 pieces per pita.

This is also when I sprinkle on a little flaky sea salt, and this time I also used za'atar. Whatever seasonings you love will work beautifully.

Once they're seasoned, slide the tray into a hot oven. It doesn't take long at all. Thinner pita crisps up fast, so don't wander too far; you want crunchy, not burnt.

When they come out of the oven, let them cool for a couple of minutes (they'll crisp up even more as they cool), then you can dig in!

Ways to Enjoy Your Pita Chips

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Dips and Sauces. Smokey muhammara, zhoug (spicy cilantro sauce), or tzatziki are the perfect mezes for these chips.

Salads. Yes! You can scoop up small chopped salads with these pita chips perfectly. Try my chopped red cabbage salad, tahini salad, or shirazi salad.

Once you see how quick and easy these are, you'll never go back to the bagged version. Let's get into the recipe so you can bake your own batch of warm, crispy pita chips!

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