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Air Fryer Tortilla Chips with Red Gold Salsa

Published Jun 16, 2021 by Allyson
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Making homemade tortilla chips in the air fryer is so easy! Fresh, tasty, and done in just a few minutes, you'll never go back to pre-made chips!

Making homemade tortilla chips in the air fryer is so easy! Fresh, tasty, and done in just a few minutes, you'll never go back to pre-made chips!

Using the air fryer to make homemade tortilla chips is so easy! It takes less than 10 minutes, and they come out delicious and crunchy! Pair them with a delicious salsa, like Red Gold's Salsa, and it's the perfect snack or party food!

Making homemade tortilla chips in the air fryer is so easy! Fresh, tasty, and done in just a few minutes, you'll never go back to pre-made chips!

It only takes a few ingredients to make these Air Fryer tortilla chips; corn tortillas and a bit of oil...salt is optional but recommended. Serve these as a delicious snack, or alongside this amazing Instant Pot Salsa Rice or Enchilada Skillet Rice!

How to make Air Fryer Tortilla Chips:

**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**

  • Get all the ingredients together; corn tortillas, spray oil, and salt if desired. You could also mix up the flavors by seasoning the chips with chili powder, paprika, or cumin for a touch of spice!
corn tortillas
  • Cut the corn tortillas in half, then in half again, making 4 chips per tortilla.
cut up tortillas
  • Add the tortillas to the air fryer basket, then lightly spray the tops with oil spray (a little goes a long way). Lightly sprinkle salt over the tortillas if desired.
tortillas in the air fryer basket
  • Close the air fryer and set to 350 degrees F and 10 minutes.
  • After 4 minutes, open the air fryer and shake lightly. Close and continue cooking. After 4 more minutes, open and shake lightly. At this point see if you need the remaining 2 minutes (different air fryer models will cook differently). Continue cooking if needed.
cooked tortillas
  • Remove from air fryer and serve with salsa!
Making homemade tortilla chips in the air fryer is so easy! Fresh, tasty, and done in just a few minutes, you'll never go back to pre-made chips!

How to store homemade Tortilla Chips:

  • Store the chips in a sealed bag or sealed container. Will stay fresh for 3-4 days. Can also toss them back in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes to heat back up before serving.

Need more ideas for meals to serve these Air Fryer Tortilla Chips and Salsa with? Here are some suggestions:

  • Mexican Baked Eggs (One Skillet)
  • Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites)
  • Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos
  • Instant Pot Salsa Rice
  • Million Layer Dip

Do you like the Air Fryer as much as I do? Checkout these other air fryer recipes:

  • Air Fryer Roasted Carrots (easy side dish)
  • Air Fryer Crispy Artichokes (easy appetizer)
  • Air Fryer Buffalo Wings (fast & easy)
  • Air Fryer Bagel Bites (homemade)
  • Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos
  • Air Fryer Hamburgers

What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

  • Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
  • COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation
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5 from 8 votes
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Air Fryer Tortilla Chips
Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
12 mins
 

With just 2 ingredients, making homemade tortilla chips in the air fryer is so easy! Fresh, tasty, and done in just a few minutes, you will never go back to pre-made chips!

Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: air fryer tortilla chips
Servings: 32 chips
Calories: 100 kcal
Ingredients
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • oil spray
  • salt, optional
Instructions
  1. Cut the corn tortillas in half, then in half again, making 4 chips per tortilla.

  2. Add the tortillas to the air fryer basket, then lightly spray the tops with oil spray (a little goes a long way). Lightly sprinkle salt over the tortillas if desired.

  3. Close the air fryer and set to 350 degrees F and 10 minutes.

  4. After 4 minutes, open the air fryer and shake lightly. Close and continue cooking. After 4 more minutes, open and shake lightly. At this point see if you need the remaining 2 minutes (different air fryer models will cook differently). Continue cooking if needed.

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Recipe Notes

Makes 4 servings (8 chips per serving). 

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Comments

  1. April

    June 16, 2021 at 3:13 pm

    5 stars
    I love my air fryer and homemade tortilla chips are the best. I can't wait to try these!

    Reply
  2. Katie

    June 16, 2021 at 3:36 pm

    5 stars
    The chips are so crisp and delicious. I love how easy all of this is too!

    Reply
  3. Anna

    June 16, 2021 at 3:53 pm

    5 stars
    This was such an easy and delicious snack! Love that I can make tortilla chips in my air fryer and not the oven! Win!

    Reply
  4. Claire

    June 17, 2021 at 5:20 am

    5 stars
    Thanks for this idea! I love that this is easy to make. Will definitely make this in our family movie nights.

    Reply
  5. Catalina

    June 17, 2021 at 11:59 am

    5 stars
    These tortilla chips look so crunchy! And they are definitely healthier!

    Reply
  6. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert

    June 17, 2021 at 12:11 pm

    I know for sure these Air Fryer tortilla chips would be a huge hit in my house!

    Reply
  7. Beth

    June 17, 2021 at 2:10 pm

    5 stars
    These look so good and I can’t wait to make these! So excited to make this recipe! So easy and crispy.

    Reply
  8. Amanda Livesay

    June 19, 2021 at 11:02 am

    5 stars
    This came in clutch when I was too lazy to run to the store yesterday! They're so crispy and delicious.

    Reply
  9. Krystle

    August 26, 2021 at 1:13 pm

    5 stars
    So crunchy! I'll never buy store bought again.

    Reply

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