Description
This Air Fryer Kale Chips recipe offers a quick and healthy snack that’s crispy, flavorful, and easy to make. Using just fresh kale, a bit of oil, and salt, this method transforms kale into a crunchy delight in under 10 minutes, perfect for a nutritious low-calorie snack.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 bunch kale (rinsed and dried)
- 1 Tbsp. oil (olive or avocado)
- ¼ tsp. salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Kale: Preheat a 6-quart Air Fryer to 350°F and let it heat up for at least 3 minutes. Remove the ribs from the kale leaves and tear the leaves into 1-2 inch pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Season the Kale: Place the torn kale leaves in a large bowl. Drizzle with the oil and sprinkle with salt. Toss thoroughly until every leaf is evenly coated with oil and salt for optimal flavor and crispiness.
- Air Fry the Kale: Working in two batches, lay half of the kale leaves in a single layer in the Air Fryer basket. Cook for 4-5 minutes at 350°F, shaking or tossing the basket halfway through to ensure all pieces crisp evenly. Monitor closely after 3 minutes as the kale chips can quickly become crispy and may burn if overcooked. Repeat with the remaining kale.
- Serve the Kale Chips: Once done, optionally sprinkle additional salt or your favorite seasonings on top. Serve immediately to enjoy the kale chips at their crispiest.
Notes
- Ensure kale leaves are completely dry before seasoning to achieve maximum crispiness.
- Do not overcrowd the Air Fryer basket; crisping requires airflow around each piece.
- You can experiment with additional seasonings like garlic powder, nutritional yeast, or smoked paprika for varied flavors.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container but note that kale chips are best enjoyed fresh.
