Air Fryer Sweet Potato Chips
This recipe delivers perfectly crispy sweet potato chips using an air fryer. Thinly sliced sweet potatoes are tossed with oil and seasonings, then air-fried in batches until golden brown. It's a quick, healthier alternative to traditional fried chips, ideal for a snack or a light side.
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
- 1 Mandoline Slicer For uniformly thin slices, crucial for crispiness
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
Main
- 1 8-ounces sweet potato
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Wash, peel, and very thinly slice the sweet potato, ideally using a mandoline to achieve consistent 1/16-inch thickness.
- Thoroughly pat the sweet potato slices dry with paper towels to remove all excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, combine the dried sweet potato slices with canola oil, sea salt, and black pepper, tossing until every slice is evenly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange a single layer of seasoned sweet potato slices in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not overlap. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket and flipping chips every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Continue cooking until the chips are golden brown and crispy; cooking time may vary based on slice thickness and air fryer model.
- Remove the crispy chips from the air fryer and transfer them to a wire rack to cool, where they will continue to crisp up.
- Repeat the air frying process for any remaining sweet potato slices.
- Serve the homemade air fryer sweet potato chips immediately.
Notes
Achieving truly crispy sweet potato chips hinges on thinness and dryness. A mandoline is highly recommended for consistent 1/16-inch slices; inconsistent thickness leads to uneven cooking. Thoroughly patting the slices dry before oiling is critical to remove surface moisture, preventing steaming and promoting crisping. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in small batches to ensure adequate air circulation. Shake the basket frequently during cooking to promote even browning and crispness. For enhanced flavor, consider a pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of garlic powder.