Frozen oven chips and fries cooking times
How long to cook frozen chips: 20–25 min in the oven at 220°C (200°C fan), 12–15 min in an air fryer at 200°C and 5–6 min deep-fried at 175°C. Every way to cook it is below, with the temperature and how to tell it’s done.
How long to cook frozen chips
Times are for about 500 g, for 3–4.
| Method | Time | Heat | How |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oven | 20–25 min | 220°C (200°C fan), 425°F, gas 7 | Spread out; turn halfway. |
| Air fryer | 12–15 min | 200°C (400°F) | No oil needed; shake every 4–5 minutes. Thick-cut chips take up to 20 minutes. |
| Deep-fry | 5–6 min | oil at 175°C (350°F) | Chips labelled as suitable for frying. |
Before you start
Cook from frozen in one layer. Times vary by brand and thickness: check the pack.
How to tell it’s done
Golden and crisp.
Questions
How long to cook frozen chips in the oven?
20–25 min at 220°C (200°C fan), 425°F, gas 7. Spread out; turn halfway.
How long to cook frozen chips in an air fryer?
12–15 min at 200°C (400°F). No oil needed; shake every 4–5 minutes. Thick-cut chips take up to 20 minutes.
How long to deep-fry frozen chips?
5–6 min in oil at 175°C (350°F). Chips labelled as suitable for frying.
Times are a guide for typical home portions: ovens, air fryers, microwaves and the size of what you’re cooking all vary. Check meat, poultry and fish with a thermometer before serving. Safe temperatures follow USDA and UK Food Standards Agency guidance, last checked 11 November 2026.