I tried the 'potato queen's' air fryer chips - I'll never make them another way again

Chips are one of those classic comfort that always hit the spot, no matter what. With so many ways to eat them and endless dipping options, you really can't beat a good chip, with many choosing to treat themselves to a takeaway portion at the weekend.

However, it's not surprising that these can be packed with salt and additives, and you never really know how they've been cooked. This is why it's really helpful to have a good chip technique at home that you can whip up whenever you're in need of a crunchy side for your dinner. And after years of searching, I think I have found the perfect .

I don't know why I never thought to look to her sooner, but I recently decided to give Poppy O'Toole's air fryer chips recipe a whirl. The definitive 'potato queen', she's known for her extravagant creations such as the famous 15-hour potato, and she's a familiar face on TV cooking shows.

I have tried and failed many times to cook the perfect chip in the air fryer. They either seem to burn completely or emerge totally uneven and undercooked, which is just never ideal. However, after trying out this ultra-simple three ingredient recipe my mind has been blown. They were perfect, crispy and flavoursome, and I couldn't believe how easy it was.

Poppy O'Toole's air fryer chips

I think the best thing about this recipe is how little you actually need for it. All you'll require is some Maris Piper or russet potatoes, a spoonful of vegetable oil and salt. How many potatoes you use will depend on how many people you're cooking for - and how big your air fryer is - but three was enough for a good portion.

Poppy recommended peeling them, but I like the extra crunch that you get from the skin, so I kept it on. I then sliced them into wedge shapes, before popping them in a bowl, adding the oil and salt, and mixing together. I think one reason my chips had failed up until this point is because I always used olive oil, so make sure you're using vegetable for that crunch.

Then lay them out in a single-ish layer in your air fryer, and cook for 15 minutes on 180C. You might have to do this in a few batches if your air fryer is small, which mine definitely is - hence why I borrowed my parents' cooking facilities for this one.

Once the time is up, take the basket out and give the chips a shake before putting them back in for another 15 minutes. I made up a quick dip from mayonnaise and crispy chilli oil that I knew would pair perfectly, and when the chips were done, I popped them in a bowl and tucked in.

They looked, tasted and had a better texture than any other air fryer chips I'd tried before. Restaurant-worthy and delicious, they're now my new go-to when I'm craving chips for dinner. These small changes - like swapping the oil - had such an impressive effect, and it's clear to see why Poppy is the potato queen. Definitely worth a try for anyone with an air fryer at home.