Microwave Potato Chips Recipe

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Want to make crispy potato chips without deep frying? You can use your microwave! You can make tasty potato chips at home in just a few minutes with a microwave, a potato, and some oil. It’s a fun and easy snack that’s perfect for movie nights or when you’re craving something crunchy.

This recipe is great because you control the ingredients. You can add your favorite seasonings like salt, garlic powder, or even curry spices. Plus, these homemade chips are healthier than store-bought ones since they use less oil. Give it a try and enjoy your own crispy potato chips made right in your kitchen!

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Exact Ingredients (Possible Substitutes)

Making microwave potato chips is simple and requires just a few basic ingredients. You can easily customize the flavors to suit your tastes.

Microwave Potato Chips Recipe

You’ll need:

1 medium potato (russet or Yukon gold work well)
1-2 teaspoons olive oil or vegetable oil
Salt to taste

Optional seasonings:

Paprika
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Black pepper

You can swap regular potatoes for sweet potatoes for a different flavor. If you’re watching your sodium intake, try using a salt-free seasoning blend instead of plain salt. For a healthier option, use an oil spray instead of liquid oil to coat the potato slices. This will help you use less oil while still getting crispy chips.

Remember to slice your potatoes very thin – about 1/8 inch thick. A mandoline slicer can help you get even slices, but be careful of your fingers!

Instructions

Gather your supplies: potatoes, olive oil, salt, and a microwave-safe plate. Wash and dry the potatoes. Slice them very thin, about 1/8 inch thick.

Brush the plate with a little oil. Lay potato slices in a single layer on the plate. Brush slices lightly with oil and sprinkle with salt.

Microwave on high for 3 minutes. Flip the chips over. Cook for 2-3 more minutes until they’re crispy and golden brown.

Let the chips cool for a minute before eating. They’ll get crunchier as they cool. Repeat with remaining potato slices.

Try different seasonings like garlic powder, paprika, or curry for extra flavor. Store any leftovers in an airtight container to keep them crisp.

This easy recipe makes a tasty, low-fat snack in minutes. You’ll love how crispy and delicious these homemade chips turn out!

Tips, Tricks & Storing

Slice your potatoes as thinly as possible for the crispiest chips. A mandoline slicer works great, but be careful of your fingers!

Soak the slices in cold water for 5 minutes before cooking. This removes excess starch and helps them crisp up better.

Pat the slices completely dry with a clean kitchen towel. Any moisture left will make them steam instead of crisp.

Brush or spray a tiny bit of oil on both sides of each slice. Don’t use too much or they’ll turn out greasy.

Sprinkle salt and other seasonings on before cooking. Try garlic powder, paprika, or ranch seasoning for fun flavors.

Watch the chips closely as they cook. Microwaves vary, so your cooking times may be different.