Potato Chips with Onion Dip

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This snack brings together golden, crispy potato chips with a creamy, tangy onion dip. The dip blends sour cream, mayonnaise, and finely chopped onions, enhanced by garlic and lemon juice for a balanced flavor. You can caramelize the onions first for added depth or use them raw for sharper notes. Finished with fresh chives, this combination is ideal for parties or casual snacking.

Preparation and assembly take under 30 minutes, making it a quick yet delightful option for entertaining. Serve chilled and garnish with extra chives for a fresh touch.

Updated on Fri, 12 Dec 2025 09:43:00 GMT
Golden, crunchy potato chips ready to be dipped into a creamy, savory homemade onion dip. Save
Golden, crunchy potato chips ready to be dipped into a creamy, savory homemade onion dip. | tazzsip.com

A crowd-pleasing snack featuring crisp, salty potato chips paired with a creamy, tangy onion dip—perfect for parties, game nights, or casual gatherings.

This classic combo never fails to get everyone reaching for more at our family gatherings.

Ingredients

  • Potato Chips: 200 g plain salted potato chips
  • Onion Dip: 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional for caramelized onions)
  • Onion Dip: 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
  • Onion Dip: 240 g (1 cup) sour cream
  • Onion Dip: 120 g (½ cup) mayonnaise
  • Onion Dip: ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Onion Dip: ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Onion Dip: ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Onion Dip: ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • Onion Dip: 1 tablespoon fresh chives finely sliced (plus extra for garnish)
  • Onion Dip: 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

Step 1:
(Optional) 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. Let cool.
Step 2:
In a mixing bowl combine the sour cream mayonnaise garlic powder onion powder salt black pepper lemon juice and chives.
Step 3:
Stir in the cooled caramelized onions (or use the raw chopped onion for a sharper flavor). Mix well until smooth.
Step 4:
Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
Step 5:
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with extra chives.
Step 6:
Serve with potato chips arranged around the bowl.
A close-up of a serving bowl filled with creamy onion dip, perfect with salty potato chips. Save
A close-up of a serving bowl filled with creamy onion dip, perfect with salty potato chips. | tazzsip.com

This recipe always brings smiles when we dip into the bowl together as a family.

Required Tools

Skillet (if caramelizing onions) Mixing bowl Spoon or spatula Serving bowl

Allergen Information

Contains Milk (sour cream mayonnaise) Egg (mayonnaise) Check potato chip and mayonnaise labels for potential allergens or gluten traces if sensitive.

Nutritional Information

Calories 240 Total Fat 17 g Carbohydrates 20 g Protein 2 g per serving

Crisp potato chips surround a bowl of onion dip, a classic snack for easy entertaining. Save
Crisp potato chips surround a bowl of onion dip, a classic snack for easy entertaining. | tazzsip.com

This simple snack is quick to make and always a hit with guests.

Potato Chips with Onion Dip

Crisp salted potato chips served alongside a rich, flavorful onion dip for easy entertaining.

Setup duration
15 min
Heat duration
10 min
Complete duration
25 min
Created by Daniel Brooks

Classification Quick Comfort Snacks

Complexity Easy

Heritage American

Output 6 Portions

Nutrition specifications Meat-free

Components

Potato Chips

01 7 oz plain salted potato chips

Onion Dip

01 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for caramelizing onions)
02 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
03 1 cup sour cream
04 ½ cup mayonnaise
05 ½ teaspoon garlic powder
06 ½ teaspoon onion powder
07 ¼ teaspoon salt
08 ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
09 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely sliced, plus extra for garnish
10 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Method

Phase 01

Caramelize Onions (Optional): 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.

Phase 02

Combine Dip Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and chives.

Phase 03

Incorporate Onions: Stir in cooled caramelized onions. Alternatively, use raw chopped onion for a sharper taste. Mix thoroughly until smooth.

Phase 04

Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dip and adjust seasoning as desired.

Phase 05

Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with extra chives. Arrange potato chips around the bowl and serve immediately.

Necessary tools

  • Skillet (if caramelizing onions)
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Serving bowl

Allergy details

Review ingredients carefully for potential allergens and seek professional medical guidance when uncertain.
  • Contains milk and egg (from sour cream and mayonnaise). Check product labels for potential allergens or gluten traces.

Dietary information (per portion)

Values shown are estimates only - consult healthcare providers for specific advice.
  • Energy: 240
  • Fats: 17 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Proteins: 2 g