Easy and quick to make, these homemade tortilla chips come out delicious in the air fryer!

Tortillas served on a large white plate.

Last Updated on May 9, 2025 by Betty Davies

These homemade tortilla chips are so easy to make in the air fryer! Seasoned with lime, garlic and salt, they are perfectly crispy and take minutes to make!

Air fryer tortilla chips served with tomato salsa and guacamole.

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Don’t get me wrong, there’s a time and place for Doritos and store bought tortilla chips, but homemade ones are so easy and way more delicious!

Seasoned with lime, garlic and salt, these air fryer tortilla chips are the perfect snack! Super crispy and flavorful, they are great served with dips and the perfect accompaniment to Mexican night.

Quick and simple to prep and cook, these homemade chips are a must try!

Why you will love this recipe!

So delicious! If you’ve never made tortilla chips at home, you have to give these a go! They are so good and just like the ones you get at your favorite restaurant.
Make ahead: Make more than you need and enjoy them over a few days.
Easy: Made with just a few basic ingredients, these take minutes to prep and cook.
Dietary info: These air fryer tortilla chips are dairy-free and vegan.

A plate of air fryer tortilla chips on a plate in front of blue bowls with salsa and guacamole.

Ingredients Notes

Tortillas: I love making these with flour tortillas. You can use the larger ones like I did, or the smaller taco sized ones.
Oil: Use a neutral flavored oil with a high smoking point. Canola, vegetable or avocado all work great.
Seasonings: Fresh lime juice, salt and garlic powder.

How to make tortilla chips in the air fryer

Be sure to scroll down for the full recipe!

Brush the seasoned oil on to a tortilla and cut (photo 1).
Place in the air fryer and cook til browned (photo 2).

Two photo to show how to cut and cook the tortillas.

Recipe Variations

It’s easy to make these air fried tortilla chips exactly to your liking by using different seasonings. Paprika, taco seasoning, onion powder and cayenne are all great! You can also make these with corn tortillas rather than flour if you prefer.

Serving Suggestions

I love making up a huge batch of these to serve as part of my chili beef nachos. They are also great to serve up as an appetizer with homemade dips like:

A tortilla being dipped in a bowl of salsa.

Make Ahead and Storage

Let the tortilla chips cool and then store them in an air tight container or ziplock bag at room temperature. They will keep well for 3 to 4 days.

Recipe Notes and Tips

For best results, air fry the tortillas in a single layer so that they get crispy all over. You will need to cook them in several batches.
Halfway through cooking, open the air fryer and you can use your fingers to flatten down the tortilla chips if they start to curl.
As the chips cool after cooking, they will get crispier.
Depending on your model of air fryer, cooking times can vary. Keep your eye on them to make sure they don’t overcook and add extra time if needed.

Air fried tortilla chips on a white plate next to a bowl of salsa.

These air fryer tortilla chips are so easy to make and make a great change from store bought chips! As a bonus, they are also lower in salt and fat. Experiment with different seasonings and find your favorite combination!