Description
Simple Kale Chips are one of my favorite easy snack ideas when I want something crisp, savory, and light without much effort. These baked kale chips turn fresh leafy greens into a crunchy homemade snack with just a few pantry staples. They are perfect for a healthy snack, quick appetizer, easy side dish, or simple food idea to keep on hand for busy days. If you need quick snack ideas, easy recipe inspiration, or wholesome crispy bites for lunch, dinner, or after-school munching, this is the kind of recipe that delivers big flavor with very little work.
Ingredients
1 large bunch kale
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 300°F.
2. Wash the kale thoroughly and dry it very well with a salad spinner or clean kitchen towels.
3. Remove the thick stems and tear the kale leaves into bite-sized pieces.
4. Place the kale in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
5. Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
6. Massage the seasoning gently into the kale until all the leaves are lightly coated.
7. Spread the kale in a single layer on a large baking sheet without overcrowding.
8. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, checking near the end, until the leaves are crisp and the edges are lightly browned.
9. Let the kale chips cool for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Drying the kale completely is the most important step because any leftover moisture will make the chips steam instead of crisp.
Watch the kale closely during the last few minutes since the leaves can go from perfectly crisp to burnt very fast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 292 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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