Snack, potato chips, made from dried potatoes, plain
Whole food · Snacks
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These are light, airy crisps made from dehydrated potato flakes or granules, fried to a satisfying crunch. They deliver a pure, starchy potato flavor with a texture that shatters easily, offering a more uniform and delicate bite than traditional sliced chips. Nutritionally, they are a dense energy source, providing significant calories and fat per 100g.
Calorie split: 3% protein · 40% carbs · 57% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love their intensely satisfying crunch and the straightforward, comforting potato taste that pairs perfectly with a wide array of seasonings. They are a ubiquitous, easy snack for casual eating, parties, and pairing with sandwiches.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high calorie and fat density can lead to overconsumption, and the refined carbohydrates may cause rapid blood-sugar spikes. To counteract this, practice strict portion control (e.g., measure a single serving) and pair them with a protein or healthy fat source like hummus, cheese, or nuts to slow digestion and increase satiety.
Key benefits
- Quick source of energy from carbohydrates
- Convenient, shelf-stable snack
- Provides some dietary fiber
- Low in sugar
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The first commercial potato chips were reportedly created in 1853 by chef George Crum at Moon's Lake House in Saratoga Springs, New York, as a spiteful response to a customer who kept sending back fried potatoes for being too thick.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 2.4 g |
| Energy | 545 kcal |
| Energy | 2280 kj |
| Protein | 4.6 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 35.3 g |
| Ash | 2.3 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 55.4 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.76 g |
| Sucrose | 0.43 g |
| Glucose | 0.07 g |
| Fructose | 0.17 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.09 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 51.4 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 17.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.80 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 40.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 110 mg |
| Potassium, K | 637 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 529 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.58 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.14 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.26 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.40 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1.2 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.21 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.07 mg |
| Niacin | 2.7 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.59 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.49 mg |
| Folate, total | 19.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 19.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 19.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 32.8 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 13.7 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.15 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 9.5 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.35 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.09 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.59 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 7.2 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 8.6 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.28 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 7.3 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.82 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.09 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.03 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 6.1 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.18 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.18 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 5.9 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 5.9 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 15.5 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 15.4 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 15.2 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3i | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.23 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.04 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.04 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.19 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.19 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Phytosterols | 34.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.05 g |
| Threonine | 0.26 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.26 g |
| Leucine | 0.39 g |
| Lysine | 0.37 g |
| Methionine | 0.07 g |
| Cystine | 0.08 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.27 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.23 g |
| Valine | 0.35 g |
| Arginine | 0.29 g |
| Histidine | 0.13 g |
| Alanine | 0.21 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.2 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.99 g |
| Glycine | 0.20 g |
| Proline | 0.21 g |
| Serine | 0.24 g |
FAQ
How are dried potato chips different from regular potato chips?
Regular chips are sliced from fresh potatoes, while these are made from a dough of potato flour/flakes, water, and seasonings, which is then rolled thin and fried. This gives them a more uniform texture and shape.
Are dried potato chips gluten-free?
The base ingredients (potato, oil, salt) are naturally gluten-free, but cross-contamination is possible in manufacturing. Always check the package for a certified gluten-free label if you have celiac disease or sensitivity.
Why do dried potato chips have so much fat?
Their porous, dehydrated structure absorbs a significant amount of frying oil, which is what creates their characteristic light, crispy texture. This process results in a higher fat content by weight compared to some other snack foods.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 5.45 kcal/g · 3% calories from protein · 2.9 g fiber · 0.8 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.83 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.