Ella Walter
Cooking crispy chips in an air fryer is a quick and easy process that can be done in just a few simple steps. The first step is to slice your potatoes into chip-like shapes, with the thickness depending on your preference. The next step is to toss the potatoes in a mixture of olive oil and salt, and optionally, cornflour, paprika, or other seasonings. After this, place the potatoes in the air fryer and cook for around 20 minutes, tossing them occasionally to ensure even cooking. The result is a batch of crispy, golden chips that are perfect as a snack or a side dish.
Characteristics and Values Table for Air Fryer Crispy Chips:
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Cook Time | 15-30 minutes |
| Potato Types | Russet, Yukon Gold, King Edwards, Sweet Potatoes |
| Oil | Olive Oil, Avocado Oil, Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Cooking Spray |
| Seasoning | Salt, Lemon and Rosemary Salt, Garlic Salt, Cornflour, Paprika |
| Potato Shape | Thin Slices, Chip-like Shapes, Rectangular Blocks, Batons |
| Potato Preparation | Rinse, Dry, Soak, No Soak, Par-cook |
| Potato Consistency | Crispy, Golden, Crunchy, Fluffy |
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What You'll Learn
Potato types and preparation
The type of potato you use is important to get the best results when making chips in an air fryer. It is recommended to use floury potatoes such as Maris Piper or Rooster, as the edges go a little more crispy. Other common potatoes such as Yukon Gold, King Edwards, and Russet potatoes will also work well. If you want to make crispy chips, it is best to use potatoes that contain less moisture and are starchy.
Before cooking, you should prepare the potatoes by peeling them first, but you can leave the skin on for a more rustic feel. Then, cut the potatoes into chip-like shapes. For straight, neat chips, trim away all the rounded edges so they become rectangular blocks, and then cut the blocks into batons. Cut them somewhere between fries and thick chips—if they are too thin, they might break, and if they are too thick, they won't cook through. If you want to make skinny chips, you can cut thin slices, and for chunky chips, cut thicker slices.
You can also cut the potatoes into wedges, but they will take longer to cook. After cutting the potatoes, place them in a bowl of cold water so they are totally covered, and then follow the next steps of the recipe.
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Oil and seasoning
For the oil, olive oil is a popular choice as it helps to maximise crispiness. Other options include avocado oil, canola oil, or a neutral cooking oil such as sunflower or rapeseed oil. Using an oil spray, such as olive oil spray or a neutral cooking spray, can also help distribute the oil evenly. It is important not to use too much oil, as this can make the chips less crispy.
When seasoning the chips, salt is a common choice, with variations such as lemon and rosemary salt or garlic salt adding extra flavour. For a spicy kick, you can coat the chips in curry powder, paprika, or black pepper before air frying. Other seasonings that can be added during cooking include garlic granules, grated parmesan (added towards the end), or dried herbs. Cornflour can also be added to the oil and seasoning mix, providing a little extra crispness.
The amount of seasoning used can be adjusted to personal preference, and you can always add more after cooking if needed. It is also possible to add sauce to the chips after cooking, such as vegan sour cream or vegan mayo for a creamy dip, or a spicy sauce like bang bang sauce or BBQ sauce for an extra kick.
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Cooking time and temperature
The cooking time and temperature for your chips will depend on the type of potato you are using, the thickness of your chips, and the model of your air fryer.
For skinny chips, you will need to cook them for less time, and for chunky chips, you will need to cook them for longer. It is important to keep an eye on your chips and give the basket a shake a few times during cooking to ensure they don't burn.
Most recipes recommend cooking your chips for around 20 minutes at 325°F (160°C). However, some recipes suggest cooking for up to 30 minutes, and others suggest as little as 15 minutes. If your chips are not crispy enough after the recommended cooking time, you can always put them back in the air fryer for a few more minutes.
If you are reheating leftover chips, you can pop them back in the air fryer for 5 minutes at 200°C (390°F) to get them nice and crispy again.
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Serving suggestions
These crispy chips can be served as a side dish with a variety of meals, such as lasagne, steak pie, or a Sunday roast. They can also be served as a snack on their own, or with dips like spicy bang bang sauce, BBQ sauce, classic burger sauce, or Greek yogurt ranch dip.
For an ultimate chip butty, serve the chips on homemade bread or brioche buns. For an upgraded version, make them into poutine, salt and pepper chips, or pizza fries.
If you're feeling adventurous, try making air fryer potato wedges, which are perfect for dipping in vegan sour cream or vegan mayo. For a spicy kick, coat the chips in curry powder, hot paprika seasoning, or black pepper before air frying.
For a healthier option, serve the chips with chicken wings or thighs, seasoned or sauced to your preference.
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Reheating and storage
If you're not serving your chips straight from the fryer, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. To reheat, pop them back in the air fryer for five minutes at 200°C (390°F) until they're crispy again.
You can also freeze your chips for up to three months in an airtight freezer-safe container or bag. Just make sure to remove all the air from the bag before freezing. When you're ready to eat them, let them thaw for a few minutes on the counter before reheating in the air fryer.
It's worth noting that, for the best results, chips are best eaten freshly cooked. If you want to prep ahead, you can cut, peel, and slice your potatoes, then place them in a bowl of cold water until you're ready to cook them.
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Frequently asked questions
It takes around 20-25 minutes to cook crispy chips in an air fryer. The time may vary depending on the thickness of the chips and the model of the air fryer.
Russet potatoes are recommended for making crispy air-fried chips as they contain less moisture and are starchy. Other options include Yukon gold potatoes, king edwards, and sweet potatoes.
First, slice the potatoes into chip-like shapes, then soak them in cold water to remove excess starch. After that, dry the potatoes with paper towels or clean kitchen towels. Finally, toss the potatoes in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and any desired seasonings.
Preheat your air fryer to 325°F.
