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Air fryer kale chips in a serving bowl.

Kale Chips in Air Fryer

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Cook Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 3 minutes
Serving Size: 4
Author Puja Verma
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DESCRIPTION

These air fryer kale chips are an easy-to-make nutritious snack. These crispy kale chips are seasoned with nutritional yeast and garlic powder, giving this crunchers a rich, cheesy, and savory flavor. A perfect alternative to traditional potato and corn chips, making this a much healthier alternative for all ages.

INGREDIENTS
  

  • 1 bunch kale I used the curly kale
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼-½ teaspoon salt

METHOD
 

  • Wash and dry kale leaves. To remove the kale leaves from the stem, tightly hold the bottom of the stem and run your fingers upwards along the stem removing the leave. Then chop kale leaves.
  • Next place the kale to a mixing bowl. Drizzle with avocado oil, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and salt. Toss till each leaf leaf is coated with oil and seasoning.
    Note: I like to use a clean hand to toss and gently massage the oil and seasonings with the kale.
  • Transfer the kale to the air fryer basket. Air fry at 325°F for about 5 minutes with a quick shake at midpoint.
    Note: You may need to cook in batches based on the size of your air fryer and the quantity of kale.
  • Serve them with dips, sandwiches, or as is. Enjoy!

NOTES

  • Massage the Kale: Massaging helps break down kale’s tough, fibrous structure and infuse the oil and seasonings evenly for better flavor. Be patient with this process, working it with your hands for at least 2-3 minutes.
  • Single-Layer Cooking: Keep the kale leaves in a single layer in the air fryer basket to prevent them from overlapping and promote even cooking.
  • Shake the Basket: Shake the basket halfway or flip the leaves to ensure your air fryer kale chips will be evenly browned and crispy.
  • Cool Before Storing: Let your kale chips cool before storing them so they maintain their crispiness and last longer.

NUTRITION

Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 163mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 3247IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 1mg
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: All, American
Keyword: air fryer kale chips, kale chips in the air fryer
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