Description
Canned artichokes transform into crispy, golden appetizers in just 10 minutes. No breadcrumbs needed for that perfect crunch!
Ingredients
For the Artichoke Hearts:
2 (14 oz) cans artichoke hearts packed in water, halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Cooking spray for air fryer basket
For the Garlic Aioli:
¼ cup mayonnaise
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
1 large garlic clove, grated
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3-5 minutes.
2. Drain artichoke hearts thoroughly and pat completely dry with paper towels. Cut in half if whole.
3. Toss dried artichoke hearts with olive oil in large bowl until evenly coated.
4. Add garlic powder and salt, toss again. Add Parmesan cheese and coat every piece.
5. Spray air fryer basket generously with cooking spray. Arrange artichoke hearts in single layer without overcrowding.
6. Air fry for 5 minutes until starting to turn golden brown.
7. Flip each artichoke heart carefully with tongs. Air fry for another 5 minutes until Parmesan is golden and crispy.
8. While artichokes cook, whisk together mayonnaise, smoked paprika, salt, grated garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
9. Transfer crispy artichoke hearts to serving platter. Serve immediately with aioli for dipping.
Notes
Pat artichokes completely dry before coating for maximum crispiness.
Don’t overcrowd air fryer basket – cook in batches if needed.
Use freshly grated Parmesan only. Pre-shredded won’t crisp properly.
Make aioli up to 5 days ahead – flavors improve as they sit.
For oven method: bake on wire rack at 400°F for 18-20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean