Garlic Pita Bread Chips (as Snack/Appetizer, Toasted)
This toast pita garlic bread is the perfect snack & appetizer for any occasion. Irresistibly crunchy & flavorful, these garlic pita chips only take 20 minutes!
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced (see notes for subs)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1.5 Tablespoons parsley either fresh (finely minced) or dried
- 3 pita bread whole wheat
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic, parsley, and salt.3 Tablespoons olive oil, 3 cloves garlic, 1.5 Tablespoons parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt
Option 1: Cirspy Pita Chips
- Slice each pita bread across into two thin rounds, so with the knife blade facing the side and NOT facing the cutting board.3 pita bread
- Cut each pita round first into halves in the middle. Then cut each half into 4-5 triangles each.
- Lay the pita chips on a baking sheet. Make sure that the smoother sides of the pita bread (the outer sides) face down, so the smoother sides touch the lined baking sheet.
- Brush the pita bread chips with the garlic and olive oil mixture.
- Bake in the oven for 8-9 minutes until crispy but not burnt, and you're done!
Option 2: Toasted Garlic Pita Bread
- Lay the pita bread on a baking sheet. Brush them with the garlic and olive oil mixture on both sides.
- Bake in the oven for 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip, and bake further for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Enjoy!
Notes
Top Tips
- Garlic Powder: You can sub the garlic cloves with 1.5 teaspoons of garlic powder to get a milder flavor.
- Even Slices: When cutting the pita for chips, aim for even slices to ensure uniform baking time.
- Cut Before You Toast: If making a pita bread appetizer for easy eating, cut the pita bread BEFORE toasting. After toasting, they will be crispy and it will be harder to get an even cut.
- Watch Closely: Keep a close eye on the oven during baking to prevent overcooking. Start with the lower end of the baking time, so if it says "8-9 minutes", start with 8 minutes first. Crispy, not burnt, is the goal.
- Serve Immediately: For optimal taste and crunch, enjoy the garlic pita chips right after baking. When served cold, they might not be as crunchy.