I Asked 5 Chefs To Name the Best Potato Chips, They All Said the Same Brand

True or false? In college, my girlfriends and I often sang a made-up song with the chorus “I want 50 more chips in my mouth”—a reflection of our passion for potato chips. Answer: True. 

Needless to say, potato chips are an important part of my life. I love crunchy, salty, flavorful chips, and I tend to steer away from too-oily ones that leave a greasy residue on my greedy little paws. And when I say “steer away,” I mean I’ll still eat way too many but I may not buy the brand again.

If there’s a new chip flavor, I’m going to try it, and if I’m on a car ride longer than an hour, chips will be my co-pilot. And why, yes, I do have a favorite type of chip. I love the perfectly folded chips for an added layer of crunch. It turns out I’m not alone in my adoration; potato chips have been the number one snack in the US for the last 50 years. 

I have my go-to potato chip brands. Have you ever wondered what the chefs reach for? I want to try those! So I called on the experts and asked them to name their favorite brand of potato chips, and I was happy to learn that they’re all pining for one of my favorites!

The Panel of Chip Aficionados

The Best Potato Chips, According to Experts

When I shouted my question into the void—I sent Instagram messages like the millennial I am—to solve the potato chip mystery, one resounding response echoed back: Kettle Brand Potato Chips.

I’m personally validated by this response because this is one of my very top picks. So many tasty flavors, and they just never miss.

Kettle Brand’s range of flavors has certainly made a mark on chip lovers everywhere. Emily expresses her penchant for the brand’s jalapeño variety, noting, “I’m a sucker for good jalapeño kettle chips from Kettle Brand—that’s my go-to. I specifically seek out the chips that are folded onto themselves—maximum crunch!” Her response makes me feel so seen.

Similarly, Jamielyn shares her affection. “My favorite chips to grab at the store are Kettle Brand potato chips, specifically sea salt & vinegar.”

Shelbie adds to the chorus of praise, particularly for the jalapeño chips’ vibrant flavor: “I love the Kettle Brand jalapeño chips! They have the perfect spicy kick. They pair perfectly with a sandwich from the deli and a Diet Coke!”

Breana’s taste in snacks is one I’d never doubt, and she gives a full green flag, saying, “My favorite chips are Kettle Brand salt & vinegar.”

Ivy says a newer product is her favorite. “I love Kettle Brand Air Fryer Himalayan Salt chips. They’re super crispy, not as greasy as other thick cut chips, but with enough heft to really get deep into the dip bowl without breaking.”

These testimonials from enthusiastic snackers, chefs, and foodies highlight the unique appeal and diverse flavors that Kettle Brand continues to deliver, making it a top pick among the discerning palates of chip aficionados. Happy crunching!