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The Ultimate Crispy Air Fryer Potato Chips: Simple 3-Ingredient Recipe for Perfect Crunch

A white bowl filled with golden brown, crispy air fryer potato chips sprinkled with coarse sea salt.
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Make ultra crispy air fryer potato chips effortlessly using just three basic ingredients. This recipe delivers a guilt-free snack with a big crunch, perfect for quick, healthy snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large Russet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt (or to taste)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the potatoes completely. Do not peel them for maximum texture.
  2. Slice the potatoes very thinly, aiming for 1/16-inch thickness. Use a mandoline slicer for uniform, thin slices.
  3. Place the potato slices in a bowl of cold water for 15 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain the water.
  4. Rinse the slices again under cold water and then dry them thoroughly using paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. This step is crucial for crispiness.
  5. In a clean bowl, toss the dry potato slices with the olive oil until lightly coated.
  6. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Place the seasoned potato slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding, which causes steaming instead of crisping.
  8. Air fry for 10 to 15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes. Watch closely after the 10-minute mark, as cooking time varies by air fryer model and slice thickness.
  9. The chips are done when they are golden brown and firm to the touch.
  10. Remove the chips from the air fryer and immediately transfer them to a bowl. Sprinkle with sea salt while they are still warm.
  11. Let the chips cool completely before serving; they will crisp up further as they cool.

Notes

  • For an extra crunchy texture, soak the slices for 30 minutes and rinse them twice.
  • If you want seasoned air fryer chips, add 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder or Italian seasoning along with the salt before air frying.
  • Do not skip drying the potatoes; moisture prevents the chips from achieving that desired crunch.

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