Crispy Kale Chips
Crispy Kale Chips is made with bunch curly kale, olive oil, nutritional yeast, garlic powder; air fry at 375°F for 8 minutes to serve 4. 80 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Steps
- 1
Wash kale and dry thoroughly — a salad spinner works best. Moisture is the enemy of crispiness.
- 2
Remove tough stems. Tear leaves into large chip-sized pieces (they shrink).
- 3
Toss with olive oil, salt, and seasonings. Massage the oil into every piece.
- 4
Arrange in a single layer — no overlapping. Air fry at 375°F for 5-7 minutes, checking every 2 minutes.
- 5
Remove any pieces that are crispy. Continue cooking the rest. Season immediately.
Tip: Kale chips go from perfect to burnt in seconds — check frequently and remove done pieces early. They also crisp up more as they cool, so pull slightly early.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 8 minutes vs ~13 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🫒Uses up to 80% less oil than deep frying, bringing this down to 80 calories per serving.
- ✨Achieves the same golden, crispy texture without submerging food in oil.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Crispy Kale Chips at 375°F for 8 minutes. Kale chips go from perfect to burnt in seconds — check frequently and remove done pieces early. They also crisp up more as they cool, so pull slightly early.
You need: 1 large bunch curly kale, stems removed and torn into pieces, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, 2 tbsp nutritional yeast (optional), 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp smoked paprika. This recipe serves 4 with 80 calories per serving.
Crispy Kale Chips takes 8 minutes total at 375°F. Remove any pieces that are crispy. Continue cooking the rest. Season immediately.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 8 minutes at 375°F.
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