Homemade Pita Chips with Za'atar are crispy, savory, and easy to make with just a few pantry ingredients and about 10 minutes of prep. They're perfect for snacking, dipping into Whipped Ricotta Cheese, or serving as part of a simple Mediterranean-inspired appetizer spread.
Homemade Pita Chips At A Glance
- 🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
- ✨ Prep Time: Just 10 minutes
- 🌍 Cuisine Type: Mediterranean / Middle Eastern-Inspired
- 🫓 Main Ingredients: Pita bread, olive oil, za'atar seasoning, kosher salt
- 🔥 Texture: Crispy, crunchy, and perfectly golden around the edges
- 🌿 Flavor Profile: Savory, herby, toasted, and slightly tangy from the za'atar
- 🥣 Perfect For: Mezze platters, appetizer boards, snacking, soups, and dips
- 🧀 Best Served With: Whipped ricotta, hummus, baked feta dip, or Mediterranean spreads
- 🌾 Gluten-Free Option: Use your favorite gluten-free pita bread
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: These Homemade Pita Chips with Za'atar are simple, pantry-friendly, and taste far better than store-bought chips. They also make the kitchen smell incredible
Save And Summarize This Recipe
Homemade Pita Chips are one of those simple recipes that instantly make a snack board or mezze feel more special. Serve them alongside the Muhammara, a Baked Feta Dip, Citrus Olives, or Marinated Feta for an easy Mediterranean-inspired spread that works just as well for casual snacking as it does for entertaining.
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These crispy pita chips also pair naturally with lighter Mediterranean meals when you want something crunchy on the side. Try serving them with the Italian White Bean Salad, a Greek Lentil Salad, or even a bowl of Greek Lemon Soup for an easy lunch or relaxed dinner that still feels fresh and flavorful.
key Ingredients
The ingredients for this za'atar pita are simple:
- Za'atar - Za'atar is a staple Mediterranean spice blend containing dried oregano, thyme, sumac, and sesame seeds. I use this blend in a lot of recipes, including the Za'atar Chicken recipe. It is a spice blend that is savory but not spicy. I love adding more sumac on top of za'atar to give any recipe a citrusy note. See below for a homemade version of Za'atar.
- Pita Bread - The pictures I show in the process shots are made using a pita that I purchased from a purveyor at a farmer's market. This specific pita is more "bready" than a store-bought pita since it was freshly made that day. Store-bought pita in recipe testing worked much better and made a crispier chip.
See the recipe card for quantities.
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Variations for the Toppings
- Spicy - add red pepper flakes to spice it up
- Cinnamon sugar - This will add a churro-type flavor and makes it delicious to serve with sweet dips
- Pumpkin Spice - add your favorite pumpkin spice flavoring which will be nice in the fall
- Kosher Salt - keep it simple by just using kosher salt or sea salt flakes
- Oregano and Parsley - for a more Italian vibe.
How To Make Homemade Pita Chips: Step-By-Step
Step 1: Split your pita bread in half and then cut into quarters. Spread on a baking pan.
Step 2: Brush your pita bread with olive oil on both sides.
Step 3: Add your toppings.
Step 4: Place into oven at 425℉ and bake until crispy.
Gwen's Pro Tip
It's best not to use parchment paper or foil on your baking sheet as the pita will crisp up better. Direct contact with the hot pan will give more color to your chips.
How to Make Homemade Za'atar Seasoning
While I typically purchase Za'atar in Middle Eastern grocery stores, you can make this at home easily. Use equal portions of the thyme and oregano. Use half portions of the sumac and sesame seeds.
- Dried Thyme
- Dried Oregano
- Sumac
- Toasted Sesame Seeds
Homemade Pita Chips FAQ's
Yes, you can make pita chips in the air fryer if you wish. Here is a simple recipe.
Yes, you can make these gluten-free. Simply use a gluten-free pita bought in the store.
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Gwen
Homemade Pita Chips With Za'atar
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 loaves pita bread needs to be able to split in half
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon za'atar or other toppings
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425℉.
- Slice the pita bread in half.
- Cut the pita bread into 4 pieces or triangles of any size using a pizza cutter.
- Lay the pita on a sheet pan with the cut side up.
- Brush both sides of the pita bread with olive oil.
- Top the pita with salt and za'atar seasoning or any other seasoning of choice.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until crispy.
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