These are honestly the best Air Fryer Chips you’ll make at home. With just 3 simple ingredients, they cook in about half the time of a convection oven. They’re easy to prepare, crisp on the outside and soft and fluffy inside.
Recipe Difficulty – Very Easy
Table of Contents
- Why this recipe works
- Ingredients to make Air Fryer Chips
- Substitutions
- Variations
- How to make Air Fryer Chips
- Leftovers
- Recipe FAQs
- Perfecting Air Fryer Vegetables
- Air Fryer Chips Recipe
Why this recipe works
If you haven’t tried making chips in an air fryer, now is the time. These homemade Air Fryer Chips require minimal prep and deliver superior texture compared with shop-bought chips. You don’t need to soak or pre-boil the potatoes—the hot circulating air in the fryer cooks them quickly and evenly.
These chips pair well with a wide range of mains. Try them with fishcakes, grilled burgers, chicken or steak, or use them as the crispy side for any meal. Once you try this simple method, you’ll likely keep coming back to it.
Ingredients to make Air Fryer Chips
- Potatoes – Maris Piper works well, but common varieties such as Yukon Gold or King Edward are fine. You can also substitute sweet potatoes.
- Olive oil – A little olive oil helps achieve a golden, crispy finish. Use a neutral oil if you prefer.
- Salt – Sea salt, seasoned salt or a lemon-rosemary salt are all great choices.
See recipe card for exact quantities.
Substitutions
- Potatoes – Swap with Yukon Gold, King Edward or sweet potatoes for a different flavour and texture.
- Olive oil – Use an oil spray or neutral oils like sunflower or rapeseed if preferred.
- Salt – Garlic salt, plain table salt or your favourite seasoned salt will all work.
Variations
- Deluxe – Serve with dipping sauces or extra seasonings. Use a crinkle cutter for a fancier look and finish with onion powder or fresh herbs.
- Spicy – Toss the raw chips with curry powder, smoked paprika or cracked black pepper for a spicier edge.
- Kids – This recipe is simple enough to involve children with safe tasks like tossing the seasoned chips. Try pairing with easy desserts for family cooking time.
How to make Air Fryer Chips
Step 1: Using a sharp knife, slice the potatoes lengthwise into chip shapes. Cut evenly so chips cook at the same rate—thin for crisp chips, thicker for chunky chips.
Step 2: Place the sliced potatoes in a large bowl, add olive oil and salt, and toss or shake until the oil and salt coat the chips evenly. This promotes a crispy finish.
Step 3: Arrange the potato slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overlap. Air fry until golden brown—about 20–25 minutes depending on thickness and your fryer. Shake or turn halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Hint: Cook times vary by air fryer model and chip thickness. Watch them closely, especially the first time you try the recipe.
Leftovers
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To re-crisp, return chips to the air fryer for 4–6 minutes at 200°C (390°F) until hot and crunchy.
Recipe FAQs
Typical cooking time is 20–25 minutes, depending on chip thickness and your air fryer model. Thicker cuts take longer.
No. This recipe skips boiling—air frying cooks the potatoes through while crisping the exterior.
Soaking is not necessary for this method. Simply cut and season the potatoes before air frying.
Yes. You can bake them in a conventional oven, allowing extra time and using high heat to encourage crisping. Deep frying is also an option for a very crispy finish.
Perfecting Air Fryer Vegetables
If you enjoy air frying, try other vegetables prepared the same way—tossed in a little oil and seasoning, then cooked in a single layer for best results.
- Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
- Air Fryer Broccoli
- Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
- Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes
- Air Fryer Jacket Potato
- Air Fryer Roast Potatoes
- Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
- Air Fryer Baby Potatoes
- Air Fryer Tenderstem Broccoli
- Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes
- Air Fryer Aubergine
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Air Fryer Chips
Equipment
- Chopping Board
- Knife
- Air fryer
Ingredients
- 3 large potatoes (about 1kg) – Maris Piper recommended
- 1.5 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp salt
Instructions
- Slice the potatoes lengthways into chip shapes using a sharp knife.
- Toss the sliced potatoes with olive oil and salt in a large bowl until evenly coated.
- Arrange the chips in a single layer in the air fryer basket and air fry for 12 minutes at 205°C (401°F).
- Shake the basket, then air fry for another 10–13 minutes or until golden and crisp.
Notes
Step-by-Step Photos: Included above to guide you through the process.
Substitutions & Variations: Listed in the post.
To Store: Best eaten straight from the air fryer, but you can refrigerate for up to 3 days.
To Freeze: Not recommended.
Tip 1: Cut chips to a uniform size for even cooking.
Tip 2: Avoid overcrowding the basket to keep chips crispy.
Tip 3: Use the same method with sweet potatoes for a delicious alternative.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 30 g |
Protein: 3 g |
Fat: 7 g |
Saturated Fat: 1 g |
Fiber: 4 g |
Sugar: 1 g
