The air fryer potato chips are a great alternative to the classic homemade fried chips and the packaged ones we find in stores. Crunchy, light, and irresistible, they allow you to achieve a result very similar to traditional frying using very little oil, thanks to hot air cooking. The secret to crispy air fryer chips lies in a few simple tricks: the potatoes should be sliced very thin, preferably with a mandoline or an electric slicer; it’s advisable to rinse them in cold water and dry them well to remove the starch; finally, they should be placed in the fryer basket with as little overlap as possible. With these steps, you’ll get light homemade potato chips that are tasty, perfect as a side dish or as a snack for aperitifs. An easy and quick recipe to bring homemade, crispy, and golden potato chips to the table using very little oil!
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 2People
- Cooking methods: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 93.00 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 17.49 (g) of which sugars 0.82 (g)
- Proteins 2.05 (g)
- Fat 1.96 (g) of which saturated 0.29 (g)of which unsaturated 0.04 (g)
- Fibers 2.10 (g)
- Sodium 199.79 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 70 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Air Fryer Potato Chips
- 7 oz potatoes
- 3 sprays extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
Tools
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Mandoline
- 1 Bowl
- 1 Cloth
- 1 Oil Sprayer
- 1 Air Fryer
How to Make Air Fryer Potato Chips
To make air fryer potato chips, start by peeling the potatoes. Slice them with a mandoline or a vegetable slicer to the minimum thickness (1). You need to get very thin potato slices (2). Soak them in a bowl full of cold water (3).
Rinse them and change the water 2 or 3 times until it is clear. This way, you will have removed the starch, and the chips will be crispier. Drain and dry them well with a cloth (4). Put them in a dry bowl and season with 3 sprays of oil (5), mixing with your hands to distribute it evenly. If you don’t have an oil sprayer, you can pour a tablespoon of oil and distribute it well with your hands.
Place the potatoes in the basket of the air fryer, trying to overlap them as little as possible (7). Cook the potato chips in the preheated air fryer at 392°F (200°C) for 6-7 minutes, stirring them a couple of times during cooking. When golden and crispy, remove them from the air fryer and lightly salt them (8).
Serve the air fryer potato chips immediately, as a side dish or as a snack for aperitifs or a savory snack
Storage
Air fryer potato chips are best when freshly made. If leftovers, you can store them for a few hours at room temperature in an open or slightly covered container: sealing them tightly would make them soft. To restore crispiness, pass them through the air fryer for 2 minutes before serving.
Tips and Variations
You can personalize the potato chips by adding spices and herbs before or after cooking: sweet or smoked paprika, chopped rosemary, curry, or black pepper are perfect. You can also take inspiration from the cacio e pepe chips recipe.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Do the potato chips become crispy without frying?
Yes, with very thin slices, little oil, and proper arrangement in the basket, the result is very similar to traditional fried chips.
Is it necessary to wash the potatoes before cooking?
Yes, rinsing the potatoes in cold water helps remove excess starch and achieve crispier chips.
Can I prepare them in advance?
It’s best to prepare them on the spot, but you can cook them in advance and reheat them in the air fryer for a few minutes before serving.
