Homemade Air-Fryer Tortilla Chips (Printable)

Crispy golden tortilla chips cooked effortlessly in an air fryer, seasoned for a flavorful snack.

# What You Need:

→ Tortillas

01 - 6 small corn tortillas

→ Oil & Seasonings

02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 2 minutes.
02 - Stack the tortillas and cut each into 6 wedges to form chip-sized triangles.
03 - Place tortilla wedges in a large bowl, drizzle with oil, and sprinkle with salt, paprika, and cumin. Toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Place the seasoned chips in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary to prevent overcrowding.
05 - Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until chips are crisp and lightly golden.
06 - Transfer chips to a wire rack or paper towels to cool. They will continue to crisp as they cool.
07 - Serve immediately with salsa, guacamole, or preferred dip.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're ready in under 15 minutes total, making them perfect for unexpected guests or sudden cravings.
  • You'll use way less oil than deep frying, and they taste even better with that light, crispy texture.
  • A single batch costs just a few dollars and tastes infinitely better than store-bought.
02 -
  • Don't skip the halfway shake—this is the difference between some chips that are perfectly crispy and others that stay slightly chewy.
  • Watch them closely after the 6-minute mark because every air fryer runs a bit differently, and going from golden to burnt happens faster than you'd think.
03 -
  • Pat your tortillas dry with a paper towel before cutting if they seem even slightly moist—this small step eliminates chewy edges and speeds up crisping.
  • Don't be tempted to crowd the basket; every chip touching air is a chip that'll be perfectly crispy, and working in batches takes just a few extra minutes.
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