Air Fryer Spicy Dill Pickle Chips Recipe
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Spicy Dill Pickle Chips are a zesty twist on classic potato chips, marinated in tangy pickle juice and seasoned with dill and cayenne pepper. Perfectly air fried for a guilt-free snack with a delicious crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Potato and Marinade
- 1 medium russet potato (about 10 ounces), thinly sliced
- Juice from 1 (16-ounce) jar of pickles
- 1 tablespoon dried dill (divided)
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried dill (remaining portion)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (increase for more heat)
Optional
- Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip, for serving
Instructions
- Marinate Potatoes: Place the thinly sliced potatoes in a bowl and pour the pickle juice over them. Add 1 tablespoon of dried dill and stir to coat the slices evenly. Allow the potatoes to marinate for 1 hour, stirring occasionally to ensure all slices absorb the flavors.
- Season Potatoes: After marinating, drain the potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry with paper towels. Transfer the slices to a clean bowl, then toss them with the remaining 1 teaspoon dried dill, olive oil, kosher salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper until evenly coated.
- Air Fry: Arrange the seasoned potato slices in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Air fry at 325°F (163°C) for 20 minutes, shaking or tossing the potatoes every 5 to 7 minutes to promote even crisping. Continue until the chips are golden brown and crispy all over.
- Serve: Serve the spicy dill pickle chips hot and crispy alongside Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip for an extra cooling contrast, if desired.
Notes
- For extra heat, increase the amount of cayenne pepper according to your taste preference.
- Ensure the potato slices are thoroughly dried after marinating to achieve maximum crispiness in the air fryer.
- If you don’t have dried dill, fresh dill can be substituted, but use slightly more to maintain flavor intensity.
- Cook the chips in batches if your air fryer basket is small to avoid overcrowding and uneven cooking.
- Leftover chips can be kept in an airtight container, but they are best enjoyed fresh for maximum crunch.
