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Air Fryer Kale Chips are a healthy (and delicious) alternative to potato chips. All you need to make them is 3 ingredients – fresh kale, sea salt and oil.

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Air Fryer Kale Chips come together with just three, simple ingredients — fresh kale, sea salt, and avocado or olive oil. What’s even better? They have a fraction of the fat of regular potato chips and are an easy (and fun!) way to get a serving of veggies.

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How to Make Air Fryer Kale Chips

Making air fryer kale chips is as easy as popping open a bag of chips. Okay, not completely, but seriously…these chips are a no-brainer to make. Follow the steps below to be well on your way to crispy and crunchy goodness:

  • Chop and clean kale. Toss it together with salt and oil.
  • Pop kale in air fryer basket.
  • Air fry kale chips at 375°F for about 4 minutes, toss them midway through air frying.
  • Season to taste and serve!
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Air fryer kale chips on a plate

Seasoning Ideas For Kale Chips

Love to have it your way? Good. Feel free to get creative and season your Air Fryer Kale Chips however you like. Whether you are trying to replicate your favorite potato chip or are simply experimenting with new flavor combinations, mix it up how you see fit. Find a couple of our favorite seasoning variations below:

  • Ranch – Use any of you favorite dry ranch mixes for a super flavorful chip. Hidden Valley is a great option.
  • Taco Seasoning – Combine equal parts of taco seasoning and nutritional yeast for a cheesy and spicy kale chip.
  • Salt and Pepper – Classic salt and pepper never let anyone down. Add more or less pepper depending on how spicy you like to go.
  • Garlic and Onion – Season to taste with garlic and onion powder and sea salt.
  • Hot & Spicy – Season your kale chips with your favorite hot sauce. Use Crystal if you like it a bit vinegary or Sriracha if you want an Asian twist.
  • BBQ – Grab your favorite meat rub or BBQ sauce and toss to coat. This kale chip is perfect alongside a burger or cold cut sandwich.
  • Sour Cream and Onion – You can find dried sour cream powder in the spice aisle.
  • Honey Mustard – Toss your kale chips in your favorite honey mustard add a dash of pepper. These are the perfect balance of sweet and salty.

FAQ

Are kale chips still healthy?

Kale chips are super healthy for you, especially when made in the air fryer with minimal oil. Go forth and eat the whole “bag”!

How long will kale chips stay crispy?

Typically, kale chips will only stay crispy for 2-3 days. If yours start to fall a little flat, pop them back into the air fryer for a couple minutes to make them crispy again.

What is the best seasoning for kale chips?

There’s no such thing! Season your kale chips to your very own taste.

How should I store my kale chips?

Pop your kale chips in a plastic storage bag or airtight container to keep them as fresh as possible.

Air fryer kale chips on a plate

Other Air Fryer Recipes

Whether you are new to the air fryer or already a die-hard fan, there are so many different recipes to try and explore. Here are a couple of Momsdish favorites:

Recipe

Air fryer kale chips on a plate

Air Fryer Kale Chips

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Servings
4 servings
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 4 mins
Total Time 9 mins
Recipe contributed by: Natalya Drozhzhin
Air Fryer Kale Chips are a healthy (and delicious) alternative to potato chips. All you need to make them is 3 ingredients – fresh kale, sea salt and oil.

Ingredients

  • 5 cups kale roughly chopped
  • 1/2 tbsp oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
US Units – Metric

Instructions

  • Rinse kale under cool water. Place kale on a stack of paper towels to dry and pat off any excess liquid. Chop kale leaves into bite-sized pieces. Toss with seasoning and oil.
    kale in a bowl
  • Place seasoned kale in an air fryer basket.
    kale inside air fryer basket
  • Air fry kale chips at 375°F for about 4 minutes, toss them midway through air frying. Since kale is quite delicate, pay special attention that you don't burn the leaves in the last couple minutes of air frying.
    kale chips in an air fryer basket
  • Sprinkle with any additional seasoning to taste. Serve right away!
    Air fryer kale chips on a plate
Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Kale Chips
Amount Per Serving
Calories 57 Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Fat 3g5%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Trans Fat 1g
Sodium 323mg13%
Potassium 411mg12%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 8367IU167%
Vitamin C 101mg122%
Calcium 126mg13%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Posted February 3, 2021

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Natalya Drozhzhin

Natalya founded Momsdish to demonstrate that placing a homemade meal on the table is not hard at all. Natalya makes cooking easier and approachable, by simplifying the ingredients, while still producing the same great taste.