Whole30 Homemade Chick-fil-A Style Waffle Fries
Get ready to savor the irresistible crunch of **Whole30 Homemade Chick-fil-A Style Waffle Fries**, a guilt-free indulgence perfect for anyone craving a healthier spin on a fast-food classic. Made with crispy russet potatoes, seasoned to perfection with a flavorful blend of sea salt, paprika, and garlic powder, these waffle fries are oven-baked or air-fried to golden-brown perfection, ensuring a light yet satisfying crispiness. The recipe keeps things wholesome with avocado oil and a simple soaking technique to maximize texture and flavor. Whether served as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, these Whole30-approved fries are a crowd-pleasing addition to any meal—best enjoyed with your favorite Whole30 dipping sauce. Ready in under an hour, this easy and family-friendly recipe proves that comfort food can be both nutritious and delicious! Keywords: homemade waffle fries, Whole30 fries, air-fried waffle fries, healthy Chick-fil-A fries, crispy oven-baked fries.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) or your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly. Leave the skins on for extra texture and nutrients.
Using a waffle cutter or mandoline slicer with a waffle blade, slice the potatoes into waffle shapes, about 1/4-inch thick. Ensure to turn the potato 90 degrees between each cut for the signature waffle design.
Place the sliced potatoes in a large bowl and cover with water. Let them soak for at least 10 minutes to remove excess starch and achieve maximum crispiness.
Drain the potatoes and pat them dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the dry potato slices with the avocado oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Season the potatoes with sea salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Toss well to distribute the seasonings evenly.
For the oven method: Arrange the seasoned potato slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
For the air fryer method: Place the potato slices in the air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches if necessary. Air fry for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until fries are golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven or air fryer and let cool for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve immediately with your favorite Whole30-compliant dipping sauce or as a delicious side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1244 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.7 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2452 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 200.2 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 26.5 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 5094 mg | 108% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
