Easy Air Fryer Carrot Chips
Eat more veggies without more effort with these easy air fryer carrot chips. They make a tasty and nourishing side or snack.
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There’s no kitchen appliance more beloved than my trusty air fryer. The best thing about it being its magical ability to make any vegetable taste a thousand times better.
I regularly use my air fryer to whip up potatoes, peppers and onions, and even frozen brussels sprouts… And while I love them all, these air fryer carrot chips are definitely my new favorite.
This recipe is tasty, quick, and made with vegetables(!), which makes it perfect for weight loss and other health goals, too. Let’s talk through how to make this easy side dish or snack, and how to customize it to you.
Why you’ll love these air fryer carrot chips
This simple side dish is easy, nutritious, and tasty. Here’s why you’ll love it:
Veggie-packed – sliced carrots are the star of the show, which makes this easy recipe perfect for any health goal.
Easy – this no-chop recipe calls for pre-sliced carrot chips and just a few everyday spices.
Tasty – is there anything more fun than eating your veggies in crispy “chip” form? Nope!
Kid-friendly – adults and little ones will love this tasty way to eat more vegetables.
Customizable – I’ll share some ideas on how to swap spices and dips to fit your tastes.
Ingredients
All you’ll need is two ingredients and a few spices to make these air fryer carrot chips.
- Pre-sliced carrot chips: you can chop them yourself if you’d prefer
- Olive oil: swap with any other neutral oil you have available
- Salt and pepper
- Garlic powder, onion powder, and dried parsley
Step-by-step instructions
- Pre-heat air fryer: Pre-heat your air fryer to 350 degrees for 2 minutes.
- Dry carrot chips: Dry your pre-sliced carrot chips thoroughly with a paper towel.
- Combine all ingredients: In a large bowl, toss carrot chips, oil, and seasonings until well-combined.
- Cook carrots: Add seasoned carrots to air fryer and cook for 13-15 minutes, tossing halfway through. The carrots will be done when they’re fork tender and browned on the edges.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately!
Variations
You can easily alter the flavors in these air fryer carrot chips by changing your spices or topping your chips with a few extras. Try these tasty variations:
- BBQ – swap seasonings for 1 Tbsp of BBQ rub
- Taco – swap seasonings for 1 Tbsp of taco seasoning
- Cajun – swap seasonings for 2-3 tsp of cajun seasoning
- Ranch – swap seasonings for 1 tbsp of ranch powder
- Hot honey – drizzle your finished carrot chips with hot honey
- Garlic parmesan – add 1-2 minced garlic cloves before cooking, and top with freshly grated parmesan right before you eat
What dips can I use?
Try these tasty dips for air fryer carrot chips:
- Greek yogurt ranch
- Ketchup (a classic!)
- Mayo mustard sauce
- Whipped cottage cheese
- Honey mustard
- Guacamole
- Salsa
How to serve air fryer carrot chips
This recipe works well as a snack, side, or topping.
For a snack, try the chips with a dip. Pair with a food containing protein and/or fat like greek yogurt, cheese, or nuts.
For a side dish, serve this recipe with sandwiches, wraps, or burgers.
For a topping, add these air fryer carrot chips to salads or grain bowls.
Helpful kitchen tools
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowl
- Crinkle cutter (if you want to slice the carrots yourself!)
- Dip dish
Expert tips
- Dry your chips with a paper towel before tossing in oil to prevent sogginess
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer if you want crisp chips
- If you choose to cut your own carrots, slice them evenly
- Shake the chips well in oil and seasoning before transferring to air fryer
- Every air fryer runs differently – watch your chips very carefully to avoid burning!
How to store leftovers
Store: Line a food container (that has a lid) with paper towel. Allow carrot chips to cool completely before transferring to the container and closing the lid. They will stay good in the fridge for up to three days.
Reheat: When you want to eat your leftovers, reheat in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 400 F. Watch them closely to prevent burning!
Frequently asked questions
Your air fryer carrot chips will be soggy if you overcrowd the air fryer or use chips that haven’t been properly dried with a paper towel beforehand. To prevent this, ensure your carrot chips are assembled in an even layer at the bottom of the air fryer with minimal overlap. Also, make sure to dry your carrot chips thoroughly before coating with oil.
Yes, you can! Just ensure you’re coating all chips evenly before adding seasoning.
Yes, but it will take you more time. Be sure to slice your carrot chips evenly to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
Air frying is great for your health because it allows you to get a crispy texture on foods without using excessive amounts of oil. It’s a wonderful prep method for people working on weight loss, heart health, diabetes, and more.
Air Fryer Carrot Chips
Ingredients
- 1/2 1-lb bag pre-made carrot chips, about 2 cups
- 2 tsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
Equipment
- 1 Air fryer
Instructions
- Pre-heat air fryer: Pre-heat your air fryer to 350 degrees for 2 minutes.
- Dry carrot chips: Dry your pre-sliced carrot chips thoroughly with a paper towel.
- Combine all ingredients: In a large bowl, toss carrot chips, oil, and seasonings until well-combined.
- Cook carrots: Add seasoned carrots to air fryer and cook for 13-15 minutes, tossing halfway through. The carrots will be done when they're fork tender and browned on the edges.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately!
These are an afternoon snack God-send! It hits all the sweet, salty, crisp, creamy spots.