These Easy Air Fryer Fried Olives are the ultimate crunchy, salty snack you didn’t know you needed! Stuffed, breaded, and air-fried to golden perfection, they make the perfect appetizer or party bite in minutes.
Easy Air Fryer Fried Olives are the ultimate salty, crunchy snack you didn’t know you needed.
These little flavor bombs are stuffed, breaded, and crisped up perfectly in the air fryer—no greasy mess, no deep fryer required.
They’re dangerously addictive and take just minutes to make, making them perfect for parties, charcuterie boards, or when you just want something salty and satisfying fast.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Crispy Without the Grease: You get that satisfying crunch without dunking anything in oil. The air fryer does all the work!
- Fast and Easy: From start to finish, you’re looking at under 15 minutes. Snack attack solved.
- Perfect Party Bite: These olives are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser—great with cocktails, cheese boards, or just a movie night.
- Customizable: Use stuffed green olives, black olives, or even cheese-stuffed ones—whatever fits your vibe.
- Addictively Salty: That briny olive flavor paired with a golden, crispy coating? It’s snack perfection.
Ingredients Needed
- Stuffed Green Olives: briny, salty olives stuffed and ready to fry
- Panko Bread Crumbs: light, crispy coating for perfect crunch
- All-Purpose Flour: helps the breading stick evenly
- Garlic Powder: adds bold, savory flavor to the coating
- Paprika or Chili Powder: gives color and a mild kick
- Eggs: bind the coating for crisp texture
- Cooking Spray: keeps olives golden and non-greasy
How To Make Easy Air Fryer Fried Olives
Step One: Start by making your breading stations. In the first bowl: Add your eggs, whisk well, with a fork. Then, in the second bowl, mix the flour, paprika, and garlic powder. In the third bowl, add the Panko Bread Crumbs.
Step Two: Drain the juice from the olives, and use a paper towel to dry them off. Then dip them into the flour, the egg, and then the panko. As you coat them, set them aside on a plate.
Step Three: Spray them generously with the cooking spray.
Step Four: Place the olives into the air fryer basket, set the air fryer temperature to 400 degrees F, air fryer setting, set cook time for 8-10 minutes, for best results, flip halfway during cooking.
Easy Air Fryer Fried Olives Recipe Tips
- Dry Them Well: Pat your olives completely dry before breading. Extra moisture = soggy coating.
- Don’t Overcrowd the Basket: Give each olive some breathing room so they crisp evenly.
- Flip Halfway: Turning them halfway through cooking ensures every side gets golden and crunchy.
- Use Panko for Maximum Crunch: Regular breadcrumbs work, but Panko gives that light, airy crispiness.
- Season the Coating: A pinch of garlic powder, paprika, or chili powder elevates the flavor big time.
- Serve Immediately: These are best enjoyed hot and crispy; they lose crunch if left to sit too long.
- Experiment with Fillings: Cheese-stuffed or jalapeño-stuffed olives add a fun twist.
What To Serve With Air Fried Olives
There are so many things that you can pair this with. Some of my favorite homemade Dipping Sauces are OUTBACK BLOOMIN ONION SAUCE, TGIF CREAMY CUCUMBER-WASABI RANCH DIP, RAISING CANE’S SAUCE, HOMEMADE HONEY MUSTARD SAUCE, or ZAXBY’S CHICKEN FINGERS DIPPING-ZAX SAUCE.
Easy Air Fryer Fried Olives Recipe Faqs
Can I use regular olives instead of stuffed olives? Yes! Plain green or black olives work, but stuffing adds extra flavor and makes them more fun to eat.
Do I have to use an air fryer? No, you can deep fry or bake them, but the air fryer gives a crispy texture with less oil and mess.
Can I make these ahead of time? You can prep and bread the olives in advance, but they’re best cooked fresh to stay crispy.
What can I serve with fried olives? They’re perfect with dipping sauces like ranch, aioli, or spicy mayo, and also pair well on charcuterie boards.
How do I keep them crispy? Don’t overcrowd the air fryer and serve immediately. Reheating in the air fryer works better than the microwave.
Can I freeze them after cooking? Freezing after cooking can make them soggy. Freeze them raw and breaded instead, then air fry when ready.
Storing, Freezing & Reheating Instructions
- Storing: Store leftover fried olives in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. They’re best eaten the same day, but refrigeration will keep them safe to snack on.
- Freezing: To freeze, place cooled, breaded olives on a baking sheet in a single layer and freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. They can be frozen for up to 1 month without losing texture.
- Reheating: Reheat frozen or refrigerated olives in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–5 minutes until crispy again. Avoid the microwave—it makes them soggy.
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Easy Air Fryer Fried Olives
Description
Ingredients
- 10 ounces stuffed green olives
- 2 cups Panko bread crumbs
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika , or chili powder
- 3 large eggs
Instructions
- Start by making your breading stations. In the first bowl: Add your eggs, whisk well, with a fork. Then, in the second bowl, mix the flour, paprika, and garlic powder. In the third bowl, add the Panko Bread Crumbs.
- Drain the juice from the olives, and use a paper towel to dry them off. Then dip them into the flour, the egg, and then the panko. As you coat them, set them aside on a plate.
- Spray them generously with the cooking spray.
- Place the olives into the air fryer basket, set the temperature to 400 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, flip the olives over, spray again with cooking spray, and air fry for another 3 to 5 minutes.
- Plate, serve, and enjoy!
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Notes
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