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Spicy Kale Chips
Annie Graves

Spicy Kale Chips – Crispy, Flavorful, and Guilt-Free

Make these Spicy Kale Chips! A crunchy, healthy, and flavorful snack with a spicy kick, perfect for guilt-free snacking.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spicy Kale Chips
  • 1 large bunch of kale curly or lacinato, stems removed and leaves torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper adjust for heat level
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional Add-Ins
  • A pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat
  • A sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a cheesy dairy-free flavor
  • A dash of lemon juice for a citrusy zing
Substitutions
  • Oil-Free: You can reduce or omit the oil but the chips may not be as crispy.
  • Toss the kale with the seasonings after baking if you skip the oil.
  • Low-Sodium: Reduce the salt or use a salt substitute.

Method
 

Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
Prepare the Kale
  1. Wash and thoroughly dry the kale leaves—removing excess moisture is key to getting crispy chips.
  2. Tear the kale into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl.
Season the Kale
  1. Drizzle the olive oil over the kale, and massage the leaves gently to coat them evenly.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the kale and toss to coat the leaves evenly.
Bake the Kale Chips
  1. Spread the seasoned kale in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  2. Make sure the leaves are not overlapping to ensure they bake evenly and get crispy.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the kale chips are crispy and slightly golden around the edges.
  4. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
Cool and Serve
  1. Remove the kale chips from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes.
  2. Enjoy immediately or store for later!

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

  • Calories: 80-100
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 1g
 

Notes/Advice:

  • Additions/Subtractions:
    • If you like extra spicy chips, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or add red pepper flakes to the spice blend.
    • You can experiment with different spice combinations to create your own custom flavor. Try curry powder, Italian herbs, or even cinnamon for a sweet-and-savory twist!
    • For best results, make sure the kale is dry before adding oil and seasonings—wet kale won’t crisp up as well.