Crispy Kale Chips Oven (Printable)

Light, crunchy kale chips baked with olive oil and spices for a healthy salty snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Kale

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

→ 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)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 300°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Rinse kale thoroughly, dry using a salad spinner or towels, remove 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 if using. Massage seasonings evenly into leaves to coat each piece.
04 - Spread kale in a single layer on the prepared sheets, ensuring leaves do not overlap or crowd.
05 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, rotating trays halfway, until edges turn crisp but are not browned.
06 - Let kale chips cool for a few minutes to achieve maximum crunch before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Light and crunchy snack
  • Healthy and 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 -
  • Avoid washing kale just before baking if possible thoroughly dry to prevent sogginess
  • Massage the seasoning into kale leaves to coat evenly for best flavor
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