Jalapeño Chips
Make your own jalapeño chips at home with this easy and crispy recipe! Perfectly seasoned and baked (or air-fried) for a healthy, crunchy snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large russet potatoes (or corn tortillas for tortilla chips)
- 2 fresh jalapeños, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika (optional, for extra smokiness)
Instructions
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Preheat Oven or Air Fryer
- Oven: 375°F (190°C).
- Air fryer: 350°F (175°C).
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Slice the Potatoes or Tortillas
- Use a sharp knife or mandoline for even, thin slices.
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Season the Chips
- Toss with olive oil, jalapeños, salt, garlic powder, and paprika.
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Bake or Air-Fry
- For baked chips: Spread in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.
- For air-fried chips: Arrange in the air fryer basket. Cook for 15 minutes, shaking halfway.
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Cool & Serve
- Let them cool for extra crispiness. Enjoy with ranch, guacamole, or queso!
Notes
- Use sweet potatoes for a twist on jalapeño chips.
- Adjust the jalapeño slices for spice level control.
- Store in an airtight container to keep chips crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
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