Potato Chips Classic Onion (Printable Page)

Crisp salted potato chips paired with a creamy, flavorful onion dip for easy entertaining.

# What You'll Need:

→ Potato Chips

01 - 7 oz plain salted potato chips

→ Onion Dip

02 - 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for caramelized onions)
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
04 - 1 cup sour cream
05 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
06 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
08 - 1/4 tsp salt
09 - 1/8 tsp black pepper
10 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely sliced (plus extra for garnish)
11 - 1 tsp lemon juice

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add chopped onion and sauté, stirring frequently, until golden brown and caramelized, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and sliced chives.
03 - Stir in cooled caramelized onions, or substitute with raw chopped onions for a sharper flavor. Mix well until smooth.
04 - Taste the dip and adjust seasoning as desired.
05 - Transfer the dip into a serving bowl, garnish with additional chives, and arrange potato chips around the bowl.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Crisp salty potato chips
  • Creamy tangy onion dip
02 -
  • For a lighter dip substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream
  • Add a pinch of cayenne for heat or a dash of Worcestershire sauce for depth
03 -
  • Caramelizing the onions adds a sweet depth of flavor
  • Use fresh chives for best garnish effect
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