Crispy Baked Kale Chips
Transform your snacking routine with these irresistible Crispy Baked Kale Chips, a wholesome, nutrient-packed alternative to traditional potato chips. With just a handful of simple ingredients—fresh kale, olive oil, and a sprinkle of garlic powder, paprika, and salt—this recipe delivers light, crunchy bites bursting with flavor. The slow bake at 300°F ensures maximum crispness without burning, while preserving the kale’s natural nutrients. Perfect as a guilt-free snack or a party appetizer, these healthy kale chips are easy to make in just 30 minutes and are sure to become a family favorite. Serve fresh out of the oven for the ultimate crunch or store in an airtight container for later indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch kale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) to ensure a slow, even bake that preserves the nutrients and ensures crispness.
Thoroughly wash the kale under cold running water to remove any dirt or pesticides. Pat dry completely using paper towels or a salad spinner to prevent steaming instead of crisping.
Remove the tough stems by holding the kale leaf by its stem and ripping the leafy portion away. Tear or chop the kale into bite-sized pieces, approximately 2 inches wide.
In a large bowl, drizzle the kale pieces with olive oil and toss gently with your hands or salad tongs to coat each leaf evenly.
Sprinkle the salt, garlic powder, and paprika over the kale, and toss again to distribute the seasonings evenly.
Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and spread the seasoned kale in a single layer on the sheets. Avoid overcrowding to ensure even crisping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then gently stir and rotate the pans to promote even cooking.
Continue baking for an additional 10 minutes or until the edges are crispy and the kale is a vibrant dark green but not brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool on the pans for a few minutes before transferring to a serving bowl. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1104 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 637 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 883 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
