Microwave Potato Chips

Homemade Gluten-Free SnacksHow does a delicious, homemade potato chip sound?  What if I say that you can easily make some WITHOUT the hassle of deep-frying?  (I HATE deep-frying)!  These microwave potato chips taste just like fresh kettle chips, but they’re less fattening.  They’re also easier to make.Microwave Potato ChipsDoesn’t this sound like a dream-come-true?  Well, that’s because it is!  We love microwave potato chips.Homemade Gluten-Free SnacksThey’re fresh, light, crispy, and crunchy!  

Easy Step-By-Step Instructions for Microwave Potato Chips

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Wash and dry
1 pound potatoes (about one large russet)
Slice very thin.

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Work quickly or the potato slices will start to turn brown.

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Place slices in a large bowl of ice water, and …

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… and swirl around to separate.  Let sit for 5 minutes.  This removes starch from the surface so that they’ll cook better.

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Remove from water, and dry in a single layer on paper towels.

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Blot tops with more paper towels to be sure they’re completely dry.

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Line a large microwave-safe plate with more paper towels, and cover with single layer of potatoes.

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Brush both sides of each slice with olive oil, …

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…sprinkle lightly with salt, and …

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… microwave on high for 2-4 minutes, or until golden.  Watch carefully because they go from perfect to burnt very quickly.
(My microwave is 1000 watts, and this takes about 4 minutes)

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Turn them over, re-arrange so the center ones move to the outside of the circle, and microwave on high for another 2 to 4 minutes. Again, watch carefully.

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Place them in a bowl, …

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… serve with your favorite dip, and …

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… enjoy!

Free Printable Recipe for Microwave Potato Chips

Microwave Potato Chips
Serves 4
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Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
10 min
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
10 min
Ingredients
  1. 1 pound potatoes (one large russet)
  2. ¼ cup olive oil
  3. Salt and pepper to taste
  4. Paper towels
Instructions
  1. Wash and dry potato, and slice very thin. Place slices in a large bowl of ice water, and swirl around to separate. Let sit for 5 minutes, then remove from water, and dry in a single layer on paper towels.
  2. Blot tops with more paper towels to be sure they’re completely dry. Line a large microwave-safe plate with more paper towels. Cover with single layer of potatoes. Brush both sides of each slice with olive oil, sprinkle lightly with salt, and microwave on high for 2-4 minutes, or until golden. Turn them over, re-arrange so the center ones move to the outside of the circle, and microwave on high for another 2 to 4 minutes. Watch carefully.
  3. Serve with dip.
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