Why buy store-bought potato chips when you can make them fresh at home? These air fryer potato chips are light, crispy, and incredibly easy to make. Plus, you can customize the seasoning to suit your taste—whether you love them salty, spicy, or herbed.
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized potatoes (Russet, Yukon Gold, or your choice)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- Optional seasonings: garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, or dried herbs
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Mandoline slicer or sharp knife
- Mixing bowl
- Paper towels
Instructions
1. Prepare the Potatoes:
Wash and peel the potatoes (optional, depending on your preference). Use a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife to cut the potatoes into thin, even slices—about 1/16 inch thick.
2. Soak the Slices:
Place the potato slices in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for 20–30 minutes. This helps remove excess starch, resulting in crispier chips.
3. Dry the Slices:
Drain the potato slices and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels. Any excess moisture can prevent them from crisping up properly.
4. Season the Slices:
In a mixing bowl, toss the potato slices with olive oil to coat evenly. Add salt and any additional seasonings of your choice.
5. Preheat the Air Fryer:
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.
6. Air Fry the Chips:
Arrange the potato slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overlap for even cooking.
Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy. Watch closely during the last few minutes to avoid burning.
7. Cool and Serve:
Remove the chips from the air fryer and let them cool on a wire rack for a few minutes. This helps them crisp up even more. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for later.
Tips
- Thin Slices: Ensure all potato slices are evenly thin for consistent cooking.
- Season After Cooking: For delicate seasonings like Parmesan or fresh herbs, sprinkle them on the chips after air frying.
- Batch Cooking: Work in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.
Making potato chips in the air fryer is a game-changer for snack lovers. They’re healthier, fresher, and endlessly customizable. Perfect as a midday snack, a side dish, or party treat—these air fryer potato chips are guaranteed to disappear fast!
Air Fryer Potato Chips Recipe
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Mandoline slicer or sharp knife
- Mixing bowl
- Paper towels
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized potatoes Russet, Yukon Gold, or your choice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- Optional seasonings: garlic powder paprika, black pepper, or dried herbs
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes:
- Wash and peel the potatoes (optional, depending on your preference). Use a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife to cut the potatoes into thin, even slices—about 1/16 inch thick.
- Soak the Slices:
- Place the potato slices in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for 20–30 minutes. This helps remove excess starch, resulting in crispier chips.
- Dry the Slices:
- Drain the potato slices and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels. Any excess moisture can prevent them from crisping up properly.
- Season the Slices:
- In a mixing bowl, toss the potato slices with olive oil to coat evenly. Add salt and any additional seasonings of your choice.
- Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- Air Fry the Chips:
- Arrange the potato slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overlap for even cooking.
- Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy. Watch closely during the last few minutes to avoid burning.
- Cool and Serve:
- Remove the chips from the air fryer and let them cool on a wire rack for a few minutes. This helps them crisp up even more. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for later.
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