A simple recipe (really just instructions) for how to make homemade potato chips in the microwave in just a few minutes. No deep fryer needed!
When I read this recipe the first time I thought it sounded too good to be true but admittedly I still ran to grab a potato and try it out.
It turns out you can make your own potato chips (crisps) in the microwave in 5 minutes.
Yep you can make crisp, crunchy potato chips without deep frying them.
Why make potato chips in the microwave?
- They’re so much quicker than waiting for the oven to cook and then bake them.
- They’re incredibly simple.
- Did I mention they take just 5 minutes… that’s faster than running down to your local corner shop to buy potato crisps.
- With just 2 ingredients (and your seasoning of choice) they’re much better for you than the store-bought version.
Ingredients
To make these chips, all you need is:
- Potato - (obviously)
- Oil or fat – we like to use olive oil or leftover bacon fat (sooo good!)
- Seasoning of choice – we just use sea salt
- A microwave-safe plate – just a regular dinner plate will do but make sure it fits in the microwave
Which potatoes should you use?
Any sort of big dirty potato will work well for these.
Don’t use a waxy variety.
Can you use sweet potatoes
Yes you could definitely use sweet potatoes to make sweet potato chips with this recipe.
Instructions
To make potato chips in the microwave, very finely slice a potato into thin slices.
This can be done with a sharp knife on a cutting board or a mandoline slicer.
Potato slices need to be dry for this recipe so if they're not, wipe them over with paper towel or a cloth.
As long as they're not thick slices as they won't cook properly.
Place slices in a single layer on an oiled large flat microwavable-safe plate.
Spray them with a little oil (or brush it on).
Microwave them on high for 2 minutes then take them out and flip them all over then microwave for another 2 minutes.
Your chips are done when they just start to turn golden brown.
As they cool they will crisp up.
Sprinkle them with your favourite seasoning.
Enjoy!
You might also enjoy my simple but delicious potato bake.
Recipe
Recipe
Microwave potato chips
Equipment
- Microwave
Ingredients
- 1 Potato
- 1 teaspoon Seasoning - salt is our favourite
- 1 tablespoon Oil or fat we like olive oil or bacon fat
Instructions
- Lightly grease a microwave-safe plate with oil or fat.
- Slice potatoes as finely as possible (or use a mandolin).
- Lay out in a single layer on the prepared plate.
- Sprinkle wiht a little extra oil or fat.
- Microwave for 2 minutes then flip and microwave for another 2 minutes.
- Check that they're cooked through then let crisp for a minute or so.
- Transfer to a bowl, season and enjoy.
Wancharida says
I love that you have experimented and improved on this idea to make it even easier for me to make these at any time of the day or night .aaaggghH!!!
Melissa says
Well I tried to do these but was kind of a dismal failure! :( My microwave must be a low voltage as after 2 mins each side nothing was happening so I just kept cooking ended up being around 5 or 6 mins each side but then they started to burn! I'll just keep playing around I think as they were yummy in the end :)
Claire says
Sorry they didn't turn out. I think it might be a bit of a temperamental recipe depending on the microwave and type of plate you use. Good luck!
Roxana GreenGirl says
Oh no, Oh no I love potato chips and all the time I have to keep myself from that isle, now that I can make my own in 5 minutes I'm in big trouble. I might have to stop buying potatoes :))
Nic@diningwithastud says
This is so awesome! I read the heading and my poor little heart skipped a beat lol. Def trying this tonight :)
Claire says
I made one batch to be ready for Will when he got home for work. Then I ate them and had to make another!
Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says
OMG this is a must try! I love potato chips but can't keep any in the house because I ahem mice eat them ;)
Celia says
I love these!! I first read about them on my friend the Spice Girl's blog - that might be what you were looking for?
http://spiceandmore.wordpress.com/2010/02/15/microwave-potato-crisps/
Claire says
Oh yes that could be it! Thank you Spice Girl!
Ariel says
Sounds awesome/dangerous because of the easiness/quickness of it! thanks for sharing!