Air Fryer Chips

Air fryer chips (crispy homemade chips recipe)

You can’t rave about how great an air fryer is without sharing the ultimate classic – proper homemade chips in the air fryer. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and cooked to perfection with barely any oil or mess. This is your go-to guide to making crispy air fryer chips at home without the fuss.

Now don’t get me wrong – I’m a fan of all chip forms: chippy chips, skinny fries, curly fries, sweet potato fries, even the nostalgic frozen crinkle cuts. But homemade air fryer chips hold a special place in my heart. They’re speedy, fuss-free and taste like you’ve spent way more time than you actually have. No parboiling. No baking tray faffing. No oil splatters all over the kitchen. LESS CLEANING!!

All you need? A few potatoes, a splash of vegetable oil, a pinch of salt and your trusty air fryer. A short time later, you’ll have golden, crunchy chips worthy of any Friday night feast. Use Maris Piper or King Edward potatoes for the best texture – they’re ideal for that crisp outside, soft inside combo.

Want fries instead of thick chips?

No problem – just cut your potatoes thinner, French fry style. Follow the same method, but check timings, don’t forget to give them a shake inbetween.

Fancy loaded fries?

Try chilli con carne, grated cheese and sour cream. Or go full comfort food with a UK take on poutine – thick chips, melted cheese and rich gravy. It’s basically a post-night-out dream, and no one’s judging if you make it at 3pm on a Wednesday.

FAQs

Are air fryer chips healthy?
Healthier than deep-fried chips, yep! They use way less oil, making them a lower-fat alternative. Still indulgent, still delicious.

Do I need to soak the potatoes first?
No soaking needed for this recipe. It’s designed to be super low-effort.

Can I make these with frozen chips?
Absolutely – frozen oven chips work brilliantly in the air fryer and cut the time even further.

Was I the air fryer on The Masked Singer UK?
Honestly, I WISH. Sadly not – I can’t sing and I don’t think Rita Ora knows who I am… yet.

Want more air fryer recipes?

You can find more of my recipes here, or you can buy my BESTSELLING BOOK – Poppy Cooks: The Actually Delicious Air Fryer Cookbook