Homemade Potato Chips are one of those simple snacks that instantly remind you why making things from scratch is worth it. Thinly sliced potatoes are fried until golden and crisp, then seasoned while warm so every chip is packed with flavor.
Whether you keep them classic with salt or use your favorite seasoning blend, these homemade potato chips are crunchy, satisfying, and surprisingly easy to make at home.
Why You Will Love This Homemade Potato Chips Recipe
- Crispy Homemade Potato Chips – Thinly sliced potatoes are fried until golden, and perfectly crunchy every time.
- Easy Snack Recipe – Simple steps and minimal prep make these homemade potato chips a go-to snack.
- Custom Seasoning Options – Use your favorite seasoning blend, or keep it classic with just salt.
- Better Than Store-Bought – Fresh, real potato flavor with no preservatives or additives.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Potatoes: Yukon Gold potatoes can be used for a slightly creamier center.
- Seasoning blend: BBQ, ranch seasoning, garlic salt, paprika, smoked paprika, simple sea salt, or Cajun seasoning are all great seasoning options.
- Oil: Peanut oil, vegetable oil, canola oil, avocado oil, or sunflower oil all work well.
How to Prepare Homemade Potato Chips
- Peel the potatoes and use a mandoline to slice them paper thin.
- Add the sliced potatoes to a bowl of cold, lightly salted water and soak for at least 15 minutes.
- Rinse the potatoes well and lay them out in single layers on paper towels to drain excess water.
- Heat the oil in a deep pot or fryer, until hot.
- Working in batches, carefully fry the potato slices. The first batch will take about 10 minutes.
- Stir the potatoes as they fry to prevent sticking and flip as needed to brown evenly on both sides.
- Remove the chips with a slotted spoon and transfer to a bowl lined with paper towels to drain excess grease.
- Season and salt the chips while they are still warm.
- Repeat with remaining potatoes.
- Once all chips are fried, combine them in a bowl, season more if needed, toss, and serve.
How to Serve & Store
- Serve these homemade potato chips warm or at room temperature as a snack, side dish, or appetizer.
- Pair with a Classic Tuna Melt, Spicy Chicken BLT Sandwich, Arugula BLT Sandwich, Sloppy Joes, or a Patty Melt.
- Best enjoyed fresh for maximum crispness.
- Store leftovers loosely covered, or in a paper bag, at room temperature for up to a day (they will soften over time).
Frequently Asked Questions
- What kind of potatoes are best for homemade potato chips? Russet potatoes are best because they have a higher starch content, which helps create crisp chips.
- Do I have to peel the potatoes? No. Peeling is optional. Leaving the skins on adds extra texture and a more rustic look, just be sure to scrub the potatoes well before slicing.
- Why do the potatoes need to soak before frying? Soaking removes excess starch, helping the chips fry up crisp instead of sticking together.
- Can I slice the potatoes without a mandoline? Yes, but the slices must be extremely thin and even for the best results.
- Why should I season the chips while they’re warm? Seasoning sticks best when the chips are hot and slightly oily.
Homemade Potato Chips
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings 1x
Description
Crispy Homemade Potato Chips fried until golden and seasoned to your liking. It’s simple snack that’s surprisingly easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 3–4 Russet potatoes, peeled and sliced paper thin
- Oil, for deep frying
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1–2 teaspoons favorite seasoning blend (I used a Brown Sugar BBQ)
Instructions
- Peel the potatoes and use a mandoline to slice them paper thin.
- Add the sliced potatoes to a bowl of cold, lightly salted water and soak for at least 15 minutes.
- Rinse the potatoes well and lay them out in single layers on paper towels to drain excess water.
- Heat the oil in a deep pot or fryer, until hot.
- Working in batches, carefully fry the potato slices. The first batch will take about 10 minutes.
- Stir the potatoes as they fry to prevent sticking and flip as needed to brown evenly on both sides.
- Remove the chips with a slotted spoon and transfer to a bowl lined with paper towels to drain excess grease.
- Season and salt the chips while they are still warm.
- Repeat with remaining potatoes.
- Once all chips are fried, combine them in a bowl, season more if needed, toss, and serve.
- ENJOY!
Notes
- Slice the potatoes as evenly and thinly as possible for consistent frying.
- If you do not want to, you do not have to peel the potatoes, just be sure to scrub well before slicing.
- Fry in small batches to avoid lowering the oil temperature.
- Always season immediately after frying for the best flavor.
- Adjust seasoning after all chips are combined if needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack, Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: American
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