How to Make Homemade Air Fryer Crispy Potato Chips
Who doesn’t love potato chips? I know I do! Unfortunately, most of the chips you buy at the store are full of seed oils and unhealthy fats. These air fried potato chips are easy to make in an air fryer and much healthier than the store-bought option!
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When we have sandwiches, I often pop up some popcorn as a salty side. But, sometimes I just crave some chips!
Recently, I decided to try my hand at making air fryer chips and, let me tell you, they were a huge hit!
These chips are crisp and flavorful. You won’t be missing the big bags from the store if you make these!
These crispy air fryer potato chips can also be a substitute for french fries with burgers!
One thing I love about homemade potato chips is the freedom to add as much or as little salt and seasoning as you want.
So many times, store bought potato chips can be too salty or not have enough seasoning. These are so customizable and much healthier!
Why you will love this recipe:
This recipe is quick and easy to make! With an air fryer the potato chips fry in minutes.
The seasoning is totally customizable to your taste and preference making them a better choice than store-bought chips.
You choose the oil that you want to use.
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For this recipe you will need:
- 1-2 medium russet potatoes – This recipe can also be adapted to sweet potatoes.
- Salt
- Olive oil or Avocado oil – You only need a little oil for this recipe. It uses a fraction of the oil you would use in a deep fryer.
- Seasonings of your choice – You can make a seasoning blend of garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, or use ranch seasoning for ranch chips!
- Air Fryer – I use this air fryer.
See recipe card below
Step by Step instructions for making air fried potato chips
- Preheat Air Fryer to 390 degrees F.
- Wash and dry your potato and slice as thinly and even as possible. You can use a mandoline slicer or a very sharp knife to get thin slices. Aim for uniform slices.
- Put the sliced potatoes in a bowl of ice water to soak for 5-10 minutes. This helps remove excess starch and will produce a crispy chip.
- After soaking, put the potatoes on a wire rack over a baking sheet and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- Place a handful of the potato slices in a large bowl and spray with olive oil or avocado oil.
- Add salt and your favorite seasonings.
- Toss the potatoes to coat them evenly. I find it is important to do small batches at a time for best results.
- Place the chips in air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Let air fry for 2-3 minutes at time and check them. They will get crisp and golden brown quickly! The cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer, so check them every minute or so after the initial 2-3 minutes.
- Once they begin to brown, turn them with tongs and continue to fry for a couple of minutes and check again for brownness.
- Repeat the process until all potatoes are air fried.
- Place the air fried potato chips on a wire rack with a piece of parchment paper underneath for easier clean up.
We found these potato chips to be incredibly crisp and delicious! They are perfect along side your favorite sandwich.
Storage
Store leftover chips at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days.
Quick tip:
Make large batches and allow them to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
Yes, you can use whatever you have on hand. I find that russets fry up the most crispy potato chips!
Yes, use any oil you desire. You only need a spritz or 2 to make these chips.
I find that they will last for up to 2-3 days before they start to soften.
Having an arsenal of from scratch recipes not only makes for healthier meals for your family, but, can also prove to be very cost effective!
Air Fried Potato Chips
Light, crisp, and delicious, these homemade air fried potato chips will be a hit with your family!
Ingredients
- 1 medium russet potato
- 1-2 tsp salt
- 1-2 tsp seasoning of your choice
- 1-2 spritzes of oil of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 390 degrees F.
- Wash and dry your potato.
- Slice as thinly and evenly as possible.
- Place small batches of the potatoes in a small bowl.
- Spritz with oil and sprinkle with seasonings.
- Mix thoroughly to make sure every potato is covered in seasonings.
- Place in air fryer basket in one single layer.
- Air fry for 2-3 minutes at a time checking for browning.
- Once the potatoes are starting to brown around the edges, flip with a pair of tongs and continue to fry 2-3 minutes at time until the other side has started to brown.
- Cool your chips on a cooling rack, uncovered.
- Continue making batches with above process until all are made.
- Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Notes
Chips will store for up to 3 days before starting to soften.
You can use any potato you have on hand, however, I have found russets crisp up the best!
Nutrition Information
Yield 4 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 105Total Fat 7gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 6gCholesterol 0mgSodium 1929mgCarbohydrates 10gFiber 1gSugar 0gProtein 1g
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