Crispy Kale Chips Oven (Printer-friendly)

Light, crunchy kale chips baked to a perfect crisp with savory seasoning and simple ingredients.

# What You'll Need:

→ Kale

01 - 1 large bunch curly kale (approximately 7 ounces)

→ Seasoning

02 - 1½ tablespoons olive oil
03 - ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
04 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
06 - ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Set the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Rinse kale thoroughly and dry completely using a salad spinner or towels. Remove thick stems and tear leaves into bite-sized pieces.
03 - Place kale in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Massage evenly to coat all pieces.
04 - Spread kale in a single layer across the prepared sheets, ensuring leaves are not overcrowded.
05 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, rotating trays halfway through, until edges are crisp but not browned.
06 - Let kale chips cool for several minutes to maximize crispness before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Light and crunchy healthy snack
  • Seasoned to perfection
02 -
  • For extra flavor, try adding a sprinkle of nutritional yeast or Parmesan cheese (for non-vegan option) before baking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days if they lose crispness, briefly re-crisp in the oven.
03 -
  • Massage the seasoning into the kale leaves well to ensure maximum flavor.
  • Do not overcrowd the baking sheets to allow even crisping.
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