Make homemade Air Fryer Tortilla Chips in under 10 minutes - and forget all about the store bought kind. With just a little bit of oil and a sprinkle of salt, they come out crispy and golden - and perfect for all your dipping needs.
Ask anyone who's ever lived with me for more than a few days - my favorite dish is nachos & salsa. It's always on my shopping list. And I get stressed if I don't have it at home.
So, of course, the first thing I ever made in my air fryer was - tortilla chips. And they're so good, now I don't even want to buy them anymore.
Why you will love this recipe
- It's quick - all done in under 15 minutes, including frying in two batches
- It's easy - just season, cut, and air fry
- It's better than store bought - you won't want to buy tortilla chips ever again
- They're healthier than regular tortilla chips since the air fryer allows any excess oil to run off
- Perfect for dipping - or just eat them as they are, they're THAT good!
- Great for making air fryer nachos!
What you need to make them
Ingredient notes & substitutions
- Corn tortillas - I use medium-sized tortillas
- Vegetable oil - I use rapeseed oil, but any neutral vegetable oil works
- Seasonings can be added as desired - how about some paprika powder, chipotle powder, or maybe even some ranch seasoning or nutritional yeast?
How to make them
First, I recommend preheating your air fryer. Do this by running it for 5 minutes at your target temperature - in this case, 300°F (150°C). If you're unsure if you are supposed to preheat the specific air fryer you have, check out the manual first.
- Start by brushing your tortillas with vegetable oil on all sides
- Sprinkle with salt - try to spread it out as evenly as possible
- Place the tortillas on top of each other and cut down the middle
- Place the halves on top of each other, and, once again, slice down the middle
- Now place the quarters on top of each other, and slice down the middle again
- Place the tortilla pieces in a single layer in your air fryer basket and air fry for 3 minutes at 300°F (150°C). Depending on the size of your air fryer, you might need to fry them in batches.
- Remove the basket and turn the tortilla chips, then air fry again for 3 minutes at 300°F (150°C)
- Remove from the air fryer and place on a kitchen towel to crisp up. Let them rest for at least 5 minutes before eating.
Tips & tricks
- Fry in one layer only to make sure your chips come out crispy
- Change up the seasonings and add any flavor you like - either sprinkle it on after the oil, or mix in with the oil
- Don't cook them too long - they will crisp up when they rest, so they will not be crispy when you first bring them out from the air fryer
- Store in a plastic bag in room temperature - they are good for up to 5 days
- Make them ahead of time - they are just as good on the second and third day
Recipe FAQ
Too long/short cook time: Cook time will vary with the model and brand of your air fryer. If they came out too brown, or not crispy, try adjusting the time up or down.
Overcrowding: you might have overcrowded the basket - make sure you cook them in one layer.
No oil: You need a bit of oil to make them golden and crispy instead of brown.
Too high temperature: If they come out brown rather than golden, try adjusting the temperature down a bit.
You can, but the result will vary depending on the ingredients. Try your favorite brand, and see!
You can, but your chips will be a bit more chewy and not as crispy. Still delicious!
Sauces to dip these chips in
Looking for something equally delicious to dip your tortilla chips in? Here are a few of my favorites:
- Easy Homemade Pico de Gallo Salsa
- Classic Vegan Guacamole
- Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
- Avocado Lime Ranch Dressing
- Chipotle Ranch Dressing
- Whipped Feta with Garlic & Basil (Tyrosalata)
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Recipe
Air Fryer Tortilla Chips
Print RateIngredients
- 2 medium-sized corn tortillas
- 1 tablespoon neutral vegetable oil
- ½ teaspoon fine table salt
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer by running it for 5 minutes at 300°F (150°C).
- Brush the tortillas with oil on all sides and sprinkle with salt.2 medium-sized corn tortillas, 1 Tbsp neutral vegetable oil, ½ tsp fine table salt
- Place the tortillas on top of each other and cut in half. Place the halves on top of each other, and cut in half again. Place the quarters on each other, and cut in half again.
- Spread out the tortilla pieces in your air fryer basket, in one layer. Fry them in batches if necessary rather than overcrowding the basket. Then air fry for 3 minutes at 300°F (150°C).
- Bring out the air fryer basket and turn the chips, then air fry for 3 more minutes at 300°F (150°C).
- Place the finished chips on a kitchen towel to rest, for at least 5 minutes. Enjoy!
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Notes
Ingredient notes & susbtitutions
- Corn tortillas - I use medium-sized tortillas
- Vegetable oil - I use rapeseed oil, but any neutral vegetable oil works
- Seasonings can be added as desired - how about some paprika powder, chipotle powder, or maybe even some ranch seasoning or nutritional yeast?
Tips & tricks
- Fry in one layer only to make sure your chips come out crispy
- Change up the seasonings and add any flavor you like - either sprinkle it on after the oil, or mix in with the oil
- Don't cook them too long - they will crisp up when they rest, so they will not be crispy when you first bring them out from the air fryer
- Store in a plastic bag in room temperature - they are good for up to 5 days
- Make them ahead of time - they are just as good on the second and third day
Why did my chips not cook correctly?
Too long/short cook time:Cook time will vary with the model and brand of your air fryer. If they came out too brown, or not crispy, try adjusting the time up or down. Overcrowding: you might have overcrowded the basket - make sure you cook them in one layer.
No oil: You need a bit of oil to make them golden and crispy instead of brown. Too high temperature: If they come out brown rather than golden, try adjusting the temperature down a bit.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.
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