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Crispy Air Fryer Kale Chips

Published January 28, 2022 Updated April 7, 2022 By Meeta Arora 7 Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Air fryer kale chips
Air fryer kale chips

Air Fryer Kale Chips are the best way to enjoy kale! Homemade crispy kale chips are a delicious, healthy, low calorie snack that can be made in less than 20 minutes. Roasting kale chips in the air fryer is so easy and keeps crispy for days!

Crispy Kale Chips in a platter

Guys...this is the only way ever that I have been able to get my daughter to eat kale.

And yes, I am totally fine with it...if she wants these crispy fried kale chips. They are easy, homemade, healthy and a great on-the -go snack!

These kale chips made in the air fryer are vegan, gluten-free and great for a keto low calorie diet.

The added bonus is that we love these baked kale chips too. You can season them in so many ways - make them cheesy by adding some parmesan or make them spicy with some cumin and paprika. Dip them in your favorite sauce.

We enjoy them dipped in ranch or garlicky yogurt dip.

See below for all my tips to make the best air fryer kale chips!

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  • How to make?
  • Bake in the Oven
  • Common Questions
  • Crispy Air Fryer Kale Chips

How to make?

Prep & Cut

Wash and dry kale leaves. Spread each leaf on a cutting board. Cut the leaves from the spine. Discard the spine and roughly tear the leaves into small pieces.

You can also use a salad spinner to dry them completely if you want to wash the leaves after cutting.

how to cut kale to make kale chips

Season

Transfer kale to a bowl. Toss with olive oil and salt making sure each leaf is coated with a thin layer of oil.

I kept the seasoning very simple, so the little toddler in the house could eat the kale chips too. You can season them in a variety of ways. I have shared some seasoning ideas below.

Other seasoning ideas:

  • Garlic powder
  • Black pepper
  • Cumin powder
  • Garam Masala
  • Hot Chili Sauce
  • Maple syrup
  • Umami - or soy, miso sauce
  • Make them cheesy with parmesan or nutritional yeast (for vegan)
Kale seasoned with oil, salt and pepper

Air Fry

Transfer the kale to the air fryer basket. You may need to cook in batches based on the size of your air fryer and the quantity of kale.

Air fry at 350°F for about 6 minutes. Shake the basket at 4 minutes. Keep a close eye after 4 minutes.

Seasoned Kale in air fryer

Kale chips are ready when they are crispy.

Remove in a serving plate. Enjoy as is or with a dip.

Crispy Kale chips in air fryer

Kale chips are a wonderful snack. There is really no wrong time to enjoy them.

You can eat them for a mid-morning or afternoon snack. Or serve them as a side with eggs or with burger for your lunch.

Crispy kale chips in a bowl

Look at that crispy leaf below. So good!

A crispy Kale Chip closeup in hand

Bake in the Oven

Preheat your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.

Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the kale is crispy and just begins to brown. Stir halfway through. Watch closely as it can burn easily.

Common Questions

Are kale chips healthy?

Kale chips are all veggies, so they are a healthy whole30 snack, a great substitute for potato chips. They are vegan, gluten-free and low in calories.

How to store kale chips?

Let the chips cool completely. Then store in an airtight container for 4-5 days at room temperature. If they are less crunchy, air fry again for a minute or two. 

What to dip kale chips in?

We love to dip kale chips in ranch, tahini sauce and garlic herb yogurt sauce.

Download free copy of air fryer cooking time chart

Hope you enjoy this easy kale chips recipe.

Other air fryer veggies you might enjoy:

  • Crispy Brussels Sprouts
  • Cauliflower with cilantro yogurt sauce
  • Roasted Sweet Potatoes
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A crispy Kale Chip closeup in hand

Crispy Air Fryer Kale Chips

Meeta Arora
Air Fryer Kale Chips are the best way to enjoy kale! Homemade crispy kale chips are a delicious, healthy, low calorie snack that can be made in less than 20 minutes. Roasting kale chips in the air fryer is so easy and keeps crispy for days!
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Servings: 4
Calories: 47
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten-free, Low Carb, Vegan
Method: Air Fryer
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 bunch Kale (about ½ lb)
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt adjust to taste

Instructions
 

Prep & Cut:

  • Wash and dry kale leaves. Spread each leaf on a cutting board. Cut the leaves from the spine. Discard the spine and roughly tear the leaves into small pieces.
    how to cut kale to make kale chips

Season

  • Transfer kale to a bowl. Toss with olive oil and salt making sure each leaf is coated with a thin layer of oil. Transfer them to air fryer basket. You may need to cook in batches based on the size of your air fryer.
    Kale seasoned with oil, salt and pepper

Air Fry

  • Air fry them at 350°F for about 6 minutes. Shake the basket at 4 minutes. Keep a close eye after 4 minutes.
    Crispy Kale chips in air fryer
  • Kale chips are ready. Remove in a serving plate. Enjoy as is or with a dip. 
    Crispy kale chips in a bowl

Video

Notes

Optional seasonings: 
  • Garlic powder
  • Black pepper
  • Cumin powder
  • Garam Masala
  • Hot Chili Sauce
  • Maple syrup
  • Umami - or soy, miso sauce
  • Make them cheesy with parmesan or nutritional yeast (for vegan)
Dips Options: 
  • Ranch 
  • Tahini 
  • Garlic Yogurt Sauce 
Storing Kale Chips: Let the chips cool completely. Then store in an airtight container for 4-5 days at room temperature. If they are less crunchy, air fry again for a minute or two. 

    Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 104gCalories: 47kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 158mgPotassium: 160mgVitamin A: 3247IUVitamin C: 39mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword air fryer kale chips, baked kale chips, crispy kale
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    Comments

    1. Izzy says

      May 08, 2022 at 2:45 pm

      Excellent!! Added red pepper flakes, garlic powder, and sesame oil. DELICIOUS!!!

      Reply
      • Piping Pot Curry says

        May 09, 2022 at 11:59 am

        Hi - So happy to hear that. Thank you for sharing it back 🙂

        Reply
    2. Sherri says

      January 30, 2022 at 3:17 pm

      Excellent! Used olive oil and garlic powder. Tip: wash and dry first then cut. Make sure you throughly dry before air frying. Will make again.

      Reply
      • Meeta Arora says

        February 12, 2022 at 8:27 pm

        Hi Sherri - Glad to hear you enjoyed the kale chips!

        Reply
    3. Paul Kostandin says

      April 15, 2021 at 8:07 pm

      I love kale chips and theres really no good way to make them at home if you've only got a still oven. Thankfully I've got an air fryer, so I'm definitely going to give this a try. I've got a garden filled with kale and now I've got something new to do with it! Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
      • Piping Pot Curry says

        April 19, 2021 at 8:35 am

        Hi Paul - So happy to hear that 😊

        Reply
    4. Kaci says

      February 14, 2021 at 11:37 am

      These turned out so good, . We used garlic powder and olive oil for seasoning. Nice and crunchy, good flavor. Great recipe! Thank you ☺️

      Reply

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