The Ultimate Crispy Air Fryer Potato Chips (Oven Option Included)
Make satisfying, crunchy homemade potato chips using your air fryer or oven. This easy recipe delivers a guilt-free snack that rivals store-bought versions.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 55 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying / Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large Russet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and dry the potatoes completely. Do not peel them for a rustic texture.
- Using a mandoline slicer or a very sharp knife, slice the potatoes as thinly as possible, aiming for uniform thickness (about 1/16 inch).
- Place the potato slices in a large bowl of cold water. Soak for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch. This step is key for crispiness.
- Drain the water and rinse the slices under cold running water until the water runs clear.
- Spread the slices in a single layer on clean kitchen towels or paper towels. Pat them completely dry. Moisture prevents crisping.
- In a clean bowl, toss the dry slices with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and pepper until lightly coated.
- For Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Place the seasoned slices in a single layer in the basket. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding. Air fry for 10 to 15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.
- For Oven Baking: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the slices in a single layer on one or two baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until edges are brown and chips are crisp.
- Remove the potato chips from the air fryer or oven immediately. Let them cool completely on a wire rack; they will crisp up further as they cool.
- Serve your homemade potato chips right away for the best crunch.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of smoked paprika or onion powder with the other seasonings.
- If you prefer a classic fried texture without deep frying, you can shallow fry them in 1/2 inch of neutral oil at 350°F until golden, then drain well and season immediately.
- Uniform slicing is the most important factor for achieving consistent, crispy potato chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0