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Crazy Microwave Hack To Make Healthy Potato Chips

By Kristen Miller | Disclosure Policy: This post may include affiliate links.

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Have you ever wanted to make your own homemade potato chips but thought you were limited to baking them in the oven or frying them? You can also make microwave potato chips in less than 5 minutes and they are much healthier than store bought chips.

I love making these for my kids because I know they are healthy. My toddler and baby love how crunchy the chips are and like to choose their own seasoning.

These simple and tasty homemade potato chips are ideal for a quick healthier snack! Microwave potato chips make it easy to give everyone a unique flavor in just a few minutes for much cheaper than store bought chips!

Homemade Potato Chips Made In The Microwave

My mother-in-law actually introduced these homemade potato chips to me a few years ago. She gave us this funny red plastic plate with holes in it and showed us how we could make potato chips in the microwave. At the time, I thought it was a funny “As Seen On TV” kind of product and it stayed in my cabinet for a long time.


After I found out I have gallstones and started to consciously eat healthier to try to gain some control over my health, I pulled those funny plates back out. I also discovered that you can make potato chips in the microwave on a regular plate. When using a regular plate, just be sure to coat the bottom of the plate with oil so they don’t stick. I used a spray can of olive oil. Also, regular plates get VERY hot in the microwave, so just be careful when you take the plate out.

To make homemade potato chips in the microwave all you need to do is slice a potato into thin slices, spray a plate with oil, lay the potato slices on a plate in a single layer, season them and then microwave them for about 4 minutes. Really, that’s all there is to it!

I definitely [easyazon_link identifier=”B012BVH9HW” locale=”US” tag=”practmommy-20″]recommend using a mandolin[/easyazon_link] to slice the potato. The key to these potato chips working is that they are sliced very, very thin. I tried using a regular knife, but I could not get them thin enough to make good microwave potato chips.

Something else to consider – go light on your seasoning, especially the salt. A little seasoning goes a very long way with these chips and you don’t want it to be overpowering. [easyazon_link identifier=”B0087ASM6E” locale=”US” tag=”practmommy-20″]I really like this seasoning salt[/easyazon_link] or try something different, like [easyazon_link identifier=”B000R96EOU” locale=”US” tag=”practmommy-20″]Ranch dressing mix[/easyazon_link] or [easyazon_link identifier=”B004VNTTKY” locale=”US” tag=”practmommy-20″]BBQ meat seasoning[/easyazon_link]. It’s up to you!

It should only take about 4 minutes in the microwave for each plate, but you may want to start with 3 minutes and see how yours are turning out. I also found that microwaving them on a regular plate took slightly longer and it helped to take them out halfway through, peel them off the plate and lay them back down. That gives the bottom the chance to circulate some air and get nice and crispy.

These simple and tasty homemade potato chips are ideal for a quick healthier snack! Microwave potato chips make it easy to give everyone a unique flavor in just a few minutes for much cheaper than store bought chips!

The only drawback to making your homemade potato chips in the microwave is that you are limited to very small batches. However, the upside is that you can change up the seasonings with each plate of chips you make.  This makes it easy to give your kids a totally different flavor than what you like to eat.

To store the chips for later, place them in a ziplock bag in your pantry. They stay good for a week at least, but to be honest they don’t usually last more than a day or two before we eat them all.

Have you ever made homemade potato chips in the microwave before? Let me know what you think in the comments.

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Comments

  1. Deana says

    September 7, 2015 at 11:48 pm

    Ok for how quick and easy this is I have to try it!

    Reply
  2. Debi says

    May 21, 2015 at 5:53 pm

    Thanks for sharing your recipe on Weekend Bites! Find it on tonight’s features on Practical Parenting Ideas as part of our Summer Barbecuing post!

    Reply
  3. Tara Siudy (Little Miss Dexterous) says

    May 18, 2015 at 5:10 pm

    Great idea and tutorial! I can’t wait to try these! pinning and sharing!

    Reply
  4. Lisa Savage says

    May 17, 2015 at 6:49 am

    I would never have thought to make crisps in the microwave – am totally going to try this though! Thank you so much for linking up to #AllAboutYou

    Reply
  5. [email protected]'s Kitchen and Garden says

    May 17, 2015 at 4:22 am

    I’ve never thought of using the microwave for potato chips. Great idea. Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty

    Reply
  6. Angelina says

    May 14, 2015 at 12:41 am

    Where were you and this recipe when I was growing up? When I was younger our kitchen under went a renovation for like 2 years straight and we had no stove or oven…. Only a microwave. We microwaved everything. This microwave potato chip is such a good idea!

    Reply
  7. Lisa @ Fun Money Mom says

    May 11, 2015 at 10:06 pm

    Amazing…I can’t believe that you can make those in the microwave! They look delicious! Thanks for linking up with #ShareTheWealthSunday!

    Reply
  8. Mila says

    May 8, 2015 at 2:09 pm

    Oh my that is perfect!! I’m a chips maniac,but I always feel guilty when munching on store bought chips. That’s the perfect solution for chips lovers 🙂

    I hope you will share your microwave chips with our Link Up – Idea box:
    http://milaslittlethings.com/2015/05/idea-box-thursday-link-party-9.html

    xx
    Mila

    Reply
  9. Diane says

    May 7, 2015 at 9:39 am

    This is an interesting idea! I must try this out! Thanks for linking up at #PureBlogLove link Party. The party is live tonight. Hope to see you there!

    Reply
  10. Theresa @DearCreatives says

    May 5, 2015 at 11:31 am

    I’ve never tried doing this! I just might have to sometime.Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party! Pinned & shared. Hope to see you again soon. Have a great rest of your week!

    Reply
  11. Marina says

    May 3, 2015 at 6:00 am

    I am trying this today!

    Reply
  12. Jerusha (@TheDisneyChef) says

    May 1, 2015 at 7:09 am

    I ordered something similar from Japan and it was so crazy to use, but you can’t argue with the results! Thanks for sharing your recipe!

    Reply
  13. Rhonda Gales says

    April 30, 2015 at 10:08 pm

    Stopping by from Sunday’s Best linkup. I’m a lover of all potato chips, and I can’t eat just one. I love the idea of being able to make my own, especially in the microwave. I love Sandra Lee products too, so I’ll have to check out her plates. So glad you linked up, hope you will share more of your great posts.

    Reply
  14. Elaine says

    April 30, 2015 at 6:40 pm

    This intrigued me!! A smaller batch would be perfect just my husband and myself!! Going to try!! I would love if you stopped by my place and shared your stuff on My 2 Favorite Things on Thursday Link Party. I’d love to have you!!

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  15. Jessy @ The Life Jolie says

    April 30, 2015 at 10:55 am

    This is awesome- I ever thought to make something like this in the microwave. This is also very dangerous for my waistline…

    I stopped by from Cook it! Craft it! Share it!

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  16. Nikki Frank-Hamilton says

    April 30, 2015 at 10:02 am

    So cool! I have tried them in the oven, and they were good, but they take quite a while, I am so gonna try this. Great tip. And they look delicious!

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  17. Debbie Rodrigues says

    April 30, 2015 at 9:16 am

    I don’t think it can get any easier than that so it is perfect for a non-cook like me. 😛
    I pinned it for later because I totally must try.
    Thank you so much for sharing it!

    Reply
  18. Benita says

    April 29, 2015 at 11:50 pm

    Thank you for sharing! I can’t wait to try these. They look so good! Have a great evening!

    Reply
  19. Kim @ The Cookie Puzzle says

    April 29, 2015 at 6:22 pm

    What a wonderful idea, I love that you can totally customize them to everyone’s taste, and small batches are like a built in portion control! We would love for you to share with us at Party in Your PJs, our weekly link party.

    Reply
  20. Julie says

    April 29, 2015 at 11:38 am

    Woah, these are making me hungry. I had no idea this was even possible, something fun to try out some time soon. thanks.

    Reply
  21. amy says

    April 27, 2015 at 7:29 am

    Hi! Visiting from Motivational Monday. These look delicious and I think I will make some!

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    • Kristen Miller says

      April 27, 2015 at 7:34 am

      Thanks for stopping by.

      Reply
  22. Erlene says

    April 26, 2015 at 11:04 pm

    I’ve tried making chips in the microwave and just placed them on a napkin, but I’m wondering if the plate helps cook them faster? Would love if you shared this on the Merry Monday Link Party.

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    • Kristen Miller says

      April 27, 2015 at 5:48 am

      I think the plate does help. They probably glued to the napkin right?

      Reply
  23. Creative Mama Renee says

    April 13, 2015 at 9:30 am

    Making a small batch of potato chips might not be a bad thing. Usually when I want to indulge I only want a few bites of something, so this would be a great alternative to a whole bag of chips!

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  24. Chastity says

    April 10, 2015 at 9:52 am

    I had no idea you could make these in the microwave. Can’t wait to make some!

    Reply

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