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Baked Potato Chips

Thinly sliced potatoes are lightly coated with olive oil and baked until crispy, resulting in homemade chips with a satisfying crunch and golden appearance. This simple method uses minimal ingredients and no deep frying, making for a healthier snack option. The final texture is light, flaky, and just crispy enough to crackle with each bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large potatoes Russet or Yukon Gold for best crisping
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for light coating
  • to taste sea salt flaky or fine
  • 1/2 tsp paprika optional, for smoky flavor
  • freshly cracked black pepper optional, for spice

Equipment

  • Mandoline or sharp knife
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Silicone spatula or tongs
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Begin by washing and peeling your potatoes, then set them aside. Prepare your mandoline or sharp knife for slicing.
  2. Slice the potatoes very thin, about 1-2 mm thick, ensuring each slice is uniform for even baking. Arrange the slices in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Lightly spray or brush the potato slices with olive oil, making sure each piece gets a thin, even coating. This helps them crisp up nicely in the oven.
  4. Sprinkle the slices evenly with sea salt, paprika, and freshly cracked black pepper if using. Feel free to adjust seasoning to your taste.
  5. Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F). Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, checking around the 12-minute mark.
  6. Watch for the edges of the slices to turn a golden brown and become crispy. Rotate the baking sheet halfway through baking for even crisping.
  7. Once the chips are golden and crisp around the edges, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Carefully transfer the chips onto a cooling rack using tongs or a spatula.
  8. Let the chips cool on the rack for about 5 minutes. This helps them firm up and enhances their crunchiness.
  9. Taste and add a pinch more salt or seasoning if desired. Serve immediately for best crunch or store in an airtight container once fully cooled.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle herbs like rosemary or thyme after baking. To keep chips crisp longer, store in an airtight container at room temperature and reheat briefly in the oven if needed.