Crispy Air Fryer Potato Chips: A Simple Homemade Treat (Print Version)

Make Crispy Air Fryer Potato Chips at home! This easy recipe delivers crunchy, flavorful chips without the deep fryer. Perfect for a quick snack.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Gluten-Free, Vegan

# Ingredients:

→ Chip Base

01 - 2 large Russet Potatoes, scrubbed clean
02 - 1 tablespoon Olive Oil

→ Flavor Boosters

03 - 1/2 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt (or to taste)
04 - 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder

→ Optional Seasonings

05 - 1/4 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
06 - 1/8 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, grab your potatoes and give them a good scrub. Now, here's the crucial part for truly **Crispy Air Fryer Potato Chips**: slice them super thin. I'm talking paper-thin! A mandoline is your best friend here, honestly, it makes all the difference. If you're doing it by hand, just be careful and aim for consistency. Once sliced, pop them into a bowl of cold water for about 15-20 minutes. This helps remove excess starch, which is key for crispiness. You'll see the water get cloudy, and that's exactly what we want!
02 - This step is non-negotiable for amazing **Crispy Air Fryer Potato Chips**. After their little cold bath, drain the potatoes thoroughly. Then, spread them out on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat, pat, pat them until they are as dry as possible. Seriously, any lingering moisture will steam your chips instead of crisping them, and nobody wants a soggy chip! I've skipped this step once or twice when I was in a rush, and trust me, it was a sad, limp potato situation I don't wish on anyone.
03 - Transfer your super dry potato slices to a large bowl. Drizzle them lightly with olive oil – remember, just a little! Now, sprinkle over your fine sea salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and freshly ground black pepper. Give everything a good toss, making sure each potato slice is lightly coated with oil and seasoning. I like to get my hands in there and really mix it up. You want an even distribution of flavor, so every bite is packed with deliciousness. This is where the magic starts to happen, you can almost smell it!
04 - Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). This is important for immediate crisping. Arrange your seasoned potato slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Seriously, do not overcrowd it! This is where I've messed up so many times, trying to cram too many in. Overcrowding leads to steaming, not crisping, and all your hard work goes out the window. You'll likely need to do several batches, but trust me, it's worth the wait for those perfectly **Crispy Air Fryer Potato Chips**.
05 - Air fry for 8-10 minutes, then carefully open the basket and flip the chips. Continue air frying for another 5-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown and wonderfully crispy. Keep a close eye on them, especially towards the end, as they can go from perfectly golden to burnt in a flash! Every air fryer is a little different, so your cooking time might vary. I usually stand by the air fryer, peering in, waiting for that perfect crunch to appear. It's a bit like watching a magic show, honestly.
06 - Once your chips are golden and crisp, carefully remove them from the air fryer basket and place them on a wire rack to cool. This step is surprisingly important for achieving maximum crispiness. As they cool, they'll firm up even more and get that satisfying snap. If you taste one right out of the air fryer, it might not be quite as crisp, but give it a minute on the rack, and boom! Pure **Crispy Air Fryer Potato Chips** perfection. Now, try not to eat them all in one go; I dare you!

# Notes:

01 - The absolute most critical step is drying those potato slices thoroughly after soaking. Seriously, pat them dry until you think you can't pat anymore!
02 - Never, ever overcrowd your air fryer basket. Give those chips space to breathe and crisp up, or you'll just end up with soggy potatoes.
03 - Consistency in slicing thickness is key for even cooking. A mandoline makes this so much easier and prevents some chips from burning while others are still soft.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Mandoline slicer (optional but recommended)
02 - Large bowl
03 - Clean kitchen towels or paper towels
04 - Air fryer
05 - Wire rack

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 180
Total Fat: 10g
Total Carbohydrate: 20g
Protein: 3g

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