Easy Homemade Air Fryer Tortilla Chips

Crispy, flavorful, and guilt-free, these Air Fryer Tortilla Chips are a game-changer! Say goodbye to deep frying and hello to a healthier snacking alternative. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or craving a crunchy treat, these chips are irresistible and ready in just minutes.

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Why you’ll love making Air Fryer Tortilla Chips

• Need a crunchy snack fast? Air frying your own chips takes just 10 minutes. All you have to do is cut the tortillas into triangles, spray or brush the tortilla pieces with olive oil, and air fry! It couldn’t be more simple to make air fryer tortilla chips at home.
• With no deep frying, these homemade tortilla chips are so healthy! They are essentially baked in the air fryer basket. You can also add your own seasonings making them healthier than store-bought chips. It’s great to know what’s in the food you’re eating!
• These are hands down the crispiest homemade chips we’ve ever made! We just can’t get enough of these crunchy chips.
• Both corn tortillas and flour tortillas are great for this recipe so you can easily use what you have on hand. It’s also great if your tortillas are stale or about to expire. Just make this air fryer tortilla chip recipe to make them last longer!
• Whether you need a quick side for lunch or have a party spread to cater, air fryer chips are great any time and everybody loves them!

Ingredients you’ll need to make air fried tortilla chips

You’ll need three simple ingredients that you’ve probably got in your pantry.

How to make Air Fryer Tortilla Chips with step-by-step instructions

A complete printable recipe and the US customary and metric measurements are available in the recipe card below.

Preheat your air fryer to 350°F/175°C.

With a pastry brush, brush both sides of the tortillas with olive oil or spray with cooking spray (avocado oil would also work).

Stack all the tortillas on each other, then cut them into triangles. I like to use a sharp knife for this; however, kitchen scissors or a pizza cutter also work really well.

Place the triangles in the air fryer basket in a single layer and sprinkle with kosher salt. Do not overlap the tortilla triangles, as they won’t cook evenly.

Air fry until the tortilla chips are golden brown and crisp, approximately 6 – 8 minutes, turning halfway through to ensure even cooking.

Recipe notes and expert tips

• Cook time: The cooking time can vary between different air fryers. Check the chips at the 3-minute mark when you flip the chips over. If they seem quite crispy already, cook them for another 2-3 minutes. Add extra time as needed. They will be lightly browned on the edges when finished. You can also make crispy tortilla shells this way too.
• Oil: We find that olive oil cooking spray is quick and easy to use for this recipe. If you don’t have olive oil spray, try adding a little oil to a small bowl and brushing it on with a pastry brush.
• Seasoning: Add your favorite seasonings! I’ve included a few ideas below, but feel free to get creative.

How to store leftover homemade tortilla chips

Store any leftover air fryer chips in an airtight container like a sealed bag at room temperature.

They’ll stay fresh for up to 3 days, however, it they begin to go soft or stale, just pop them back into the air fryer for 1-2 minutes to crisp them back up.

What to serve with tortilla chips

Perfect on their own or as a scoop with your favorite dips, there are so many great options when it comes to serving air fryer tortilla chips.

Our favorite dip recipes are Tirokafteri (Spicy Greek Cheese Dip), Garlic Dip, Creamy Avocado Sauce (or guacamole), Spicy Salsa Taquera, and Salsa Roja. They go amazingly well with this easy recipe!

Air Fryer Tortilla Chips make the best nachos! You can even make nachos right in your air fryer.

Just sprinkle the cooked chips with cheese and other toppings like jalapenos and diced tomatoes, and air fry them for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts. Tip them carefully onto a plate and enjoy.

Why not try adding the chips to a bowl to make a tortilla bowl? It’s kind of like a crunchy burrito bowl. Top it with your favorite toppings, refried beans, cilantro-lime rice, and some grated cheese.

This is an excellent side dish for your Mexican favorites! Our Birria Tacos are so easy to make, our vegetarian burritos are always on the food rota, and chips on top of chili are a match made in heaven!

Other seasonings to try

Variety is the spice of life and these flavor variations are great for any occasion!

Sweet: Sprinkle the tortilla chips with cinnamon sugar before cooking for a warm, sweet option. They taste like super crispy churros! We like to lightly spray a butter-flavored cooking spray to make the chips that bit more delicious. Serve it with ice cream and a drizzle of maple syrup for an easy dessert.

Chili-lime: Lightly sprinkle chili powder over the tortilla chips along with salt before cooking. A squeeze of fresh lime juice at the end, and these crispy chips are ready!

Cajun: Sprinkle cajun seasoning over the tortilla wedges before air frying. Check if there is salt already in the cajun seasoning before adding salt.

Cool ranch: Sprinkle ranch seasoning over the tortilla chips immediately after cooking. The light coating of oil will help the seasoning stick to the chips while they’re still hot.

Garlic-herb: Mix together 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of Italian herbs seasoning, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Sprinkle this mixture over the cooked chips while they’re still hot, and toss them gently to coat evenly. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end will make these flavors pop!

Which tortillas work with this recipe?

Although we prefer corn, you can use any kind of soft tortillas for this recipe. Here’s a quick look into each type:

• Corn tortillas: Classic corn tortilla chips (like Doritos) are made with yellow corn tortillas. Other colors of tortillas like blue corn or white corn tortillas are delicious as well, and sometimes we use all three colors for a bit of variety.
• Flour tortillas: Soft flour tortillas have a different flavor but also make the crispiest tortilla chips! They are so delicious. They can be made with regular or gluten-free tortillas if needed.
• Low-carb tortillas: Yes, this air fryer tortilla chips recipe even works with keto tortillas! Just follow the recipe as it is for a tasty low-carb treat.
• Larger tortillas: If you’re using large tortillas, cut them into smaller tortilla pieces so they are a similar size to normal chips.

More easy air fryer recipes for you to try

If you love cooking in your air fryer, then check out these easy recipes.

• Air Fryer Quesadilla
• Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers
• Air Fryer Peri Peri Fries
• Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
• Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes