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Crispy Air Fryer Potato Chips

A close-up of a white bowl filled with golden brown, crispy homemade potato chips sprinkled with coarse sea salt.
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Make homemade potato chips using your air fryer for a crispy, less oily snack. This recipe uses simple ingredients and delivers satisfying crunch quickly.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large Russet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Wash and thinly slice the potatoes using a mandoline or sharp knife. Aim for uniform thickness, about 1/16 inch.
  2. Place the sliced potatoes in a large bowl of cold water and soak for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch. This step helps achieve crispiness.
  3. Drain the potatoes completely and pat them very dry using paper towels or a clean kitchen cloth. Moisture prevents crisping.
  4. In the bowl, toss the dry potato slices with olive oil, kosher salt, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
  5. Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
  6. Arrange the seasoned potato slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if necessary.
  7. Air fry for 12 to 18 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes, until the chips are golden brown and crisp. Cooking time varies by air fryer model.
  8. Remove the chips and immediately transfer them to a wire rack or plate to cool slightly. They will crisp up more as they cool.
  9. Repeat with the remaining batches. Serve immediately for the best texture.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, substitute the seasoning with 1 teaspoon of seasoned salt or a salt and vinegar mix (use 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp white vinegar powder).
  • If you do not have an air fryer, you can bake these chips on a baking sheet at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • The secret to crispy chips is slicing them thin and ensuring they are completely dry before adding oil.

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