Oven-Baked Cave Chips
Posted by Caveman Cooking on September 23, 2010

Finally! A chance to share a recipe or two!! And, this one is yummy, yummy, in my tummy!!! Nothing better than homemade potato chips … especially when they are made in a somewhat healthy way. Best of all, they are easy as can be to make.
INGREDIENTS
2 Russet Potaotes
2 Cups Water
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
2 Teaspoons Salt
Seasonings to taste
RECIPE
Scrub potatoes well and rinse with cool water. LEAVE THE SKIN ON!
Cut potatoes in half, crosswise. Slice thinly with food processor and slicing disk.
HINT #1: You can use a mandolin, or even a sharp knife, to carefully slice the chips as thinly as possible by hand. But, when someone like the Cave-in-laws give you a food processor for a gift, this is a great recipe to break it out for! Plus, it makes life a whole lot easier!! Be sure to put the flat cut side of the tater down into the processor for more uniform slices.
Place water and salt into a large bowl and whisk until salt is dissolved. Place potato slices into the saltwater and let sit for 20 minutes. Then, drain well in a colander.
When potatoes are completely drained, place back into large bowl, add olive oil, and toss gently until all slices are evenly coated.
Preheat oven to 450°. Lightly coat two cookie sheets with non-stick spray. Arrange slices in a single layer on the cookie sheets. Place into oven for 12-15 minutes (depending on your oven and altitude).
When chips are golden brown and crispy, remove from oven. Immediately place into a bowl and lightly season to taste, toss gently.
HINT #2: If chips haven’t cooked evenly, remove the browned ones and return the rest to the oven for another couple of minutes until done.
HINT #3: For these, I used Garlic Salt for seasoning. But, you are only limited by your imagination as to what you can use. Dried Italian Herbs, Onion Powder, Parmesan Cheese, Cayenne Pepper, even the cheese seasoning from a box of mac & cheese will work well on these.
Serve as a side dish to your favorite sandwich, hamburger, hot dog, or just as a delicious snack. Enjoy!
Prep Time = 30 minutes
Cooking Time = 12-15 Minutes
Serves 4
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Susi said
Those are some good looking homemade chips! I think I would have to triple the recipe if I made that for my crew LOL
Caveman Cooking said
Thanks, Susi! Yeah, they definitely go fast … make a ton!! 😉
Drick said
these I like a whole lot – thanks… love chips and now can make homemade ones without frying…
Caveman Cooking said
I’ll tell ya, Drick, if you get them crispy, you really can’t tell the difference from the fried ones.
suchitra said
Chips are my all time favorite- loved this way of making chips!
Caveman Cooking said
Thank you, Suchitra!
Janice said
Great technique.
Caveman Cooking said
Thanks, Janice!
City Share said
Yum! I love homemade potato chips. Yours look fabulous.
Caveman Cooking said
Thank you, Big Apple!
caren gittleman said
another recipe which has me needing a bib from salivating!!!
Caveman Cooking said
😆 Thanks, Caren!
kathdedon said
These look wonderful! Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Caveman Cooking said
YW! Thank you, Kath!
boredcook said
These look great. Could you please pass over a few? I do roasted diced potatoes all the time, but never thought about doing potato chips in the oven. I have to try these. The possibilities of what you could sprinkle on top of these is endless.
I have a feeling these would be a hit in our house, not to mention what a healthy version over fried chips.
Can’t wait to try these.
Caveman Cooking said
Pam, I should warn you … these are very addicting!
Kristi Rimkus said
As usual fantastic pictures, and the chips? Nice!
Caveman Cooking said
Thank you so much, Momma Rim!
Cindy said
I love this recipe,
Thank you for sharing and congrats on the top 9!!
Caveman Cooking said
Wow! Thanks, Cindy!! Didn’t even realize it had made a Top 9!!!
jennynoowyn said
Delicious crispy goodness. Thanks for sharing!
Caveman Cooking said
Your welcome, Jenny! And, thank you!!
LimeCake said
i love homemade chips. they’re way better than store-bought stuff. these look awesome!
Caveman Cooking said
Thanks, Lime Cake!
Cleo Coyle said
Caveman, you rock! Congrats on Foodbuzz Top 9! Homemade chips are a wonderful idea for fall. Love that you left the skin on. 🙂
Eat with joy!
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Caveman Cooking said
C2! How’ve you been?!?
Thank you so much!
Yeah, better tasting and healthier with the skin on.
Clara said
Which level should the tray/rack of potato slices be put on in the oven? and thank you for sharing!
Caveman Cooking said
Hey Clara, Anywhere from the middle up is fine. The key is trying tog et them to cook evenly. I even spin the tray around 180° about halfway through to try achieving that.
Linda's Yummies said
Cave Chips – love the name! Chips looks great. I’m going to have to try this out. Thanks for sharing.
Caveman Cooking said
No prob, Linda! Let us know how it turns out when you make ’em. Thanks for stopping by!
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Vendela Vents! said
Never saw these before and they look fab-u-lous cuz.
Caveman Cooking said
Thanks, Vendela! They are goooooooood!! You should give ’em a try.