Homemade Air-Fryer Tortilla Chips (Printable)

Crispy golden tortilla chips made quickly using an air fryer with simple seasonings and healthy ingredients.

# Ingredient list:

→ 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:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 2 minutes.
02 - Stack tortillas and cut each into 6 wedges to form chip-sized triangles.
03 - Transfer tortilla wedges into a large mixing bowl, drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with sea salt, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. Toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Place chips in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding.
05 - Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until chips are crisp and lightly golden.
06 - Transfer chips onto a wire rack or paper towel-lined surface to cool; chips will continue crisping as they cool.
07 - Enjoy chips with salsa, guacamole, or your preferred dip.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They taste fresher than anything from a bag, with that just-made crunch that doesnt go stale immediately.
  • You control the salt and seasoning, so theyre as mild or bold as you want them to be.
  • Theyre ready faster than ordering takeout and use ingredients you probably already have.
  • The air fryer makes them light and crispy without the mess or guilt of deep frying.
02 -
  • Overcrowding the basket is the fastest way to end up with limp chips. Give them space, even if it means cooking in batches.
  • Dont skip shaking the basket halfway through—it keeps the chips from sticking and ensures even browning.
  • Let them cool completely before storing or theyll get soggy from trapped steam.
03 -
  • Use a pizza cutter to slice the tortillas—it's faster and cleaner than a knife.
  • If your air fryer runs hot, start checking at 5 minutes to avoid burning the edges.
  • Flour tortillas work too, but they crisp up faster so reduce the time by a minute or two.
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