Aldi’s snack aisle is a treasure trove of potato chip options that won’t break the bank. From classic flavors to bold new creations, these crunchy treats can make or break your snack time.
I’ve munched my way through Aldi’s entire chip selection to bring you the ultimate guide – 10 must-have chips and 5 you should definitely skip.
1. Clancy’s Kettle Chips – Sea Salt
Golden, extra-crunchy waves of potato perfection with just the right amount of salt. These kettle-cooked beauties deliver that satisfying crackle with every bite.
The thick-cut style holds up amazingly well to dips without breaking. No wonder they’re an Aldi fan favorite year after year!
2. Clancy’s Wavy Potato Chips
Ridged ripples make these chips the ultimate dip-scooping machines. The sturdy waves never buckle under thick dips like French onion or guacamole.
Light, crispy, and perfectly salted, they’re my go-to for parties. Even plain, they deliver that classic potato flavor that keeps you reaching for more.
3. Clancy’s BBQ Chips
Sweet, smoky, and tangy with that unmistakable barbecue kick. The seasoning sticks perfectly to each chip instead of falling to the bottom of the bag.
The balance between tomato, smoke, and spice is spot-on. My fingers always end up coated in that delicious red dust – the true mark of a quality BBQ chip!
4. Simply Nature Organic Blue Corn Tortilla Chips
Technically not potato chips, but these blue beauties deserve a spot on this list! Made from organic blue corn, they offer a nuttier flavor than regular tortilla chips.
Sturdy enough for the thickest salsa or chunkiest guacamole. The eye-catching color makes them a standout on any snack table.
5. Clancy’s Salt & Vinegar Chips
Mouth-puckeringly tangy with a perfect vinegar punch that makes your taste buds tingle! The salt balances the acidity brilliantly.
Warning: These are addictively sour. Your tongue might go numb after a while, but you won’t stop eating them. Easily rivals more expensive national brands in flavor intensity.
6. Clancy’s Sour Cream & Onion Chips
Creamy, tangy, and herbaceous with the perfect onion kick. The seasoning is generously applied to each chip, ensuring flavor in every bite.
Not too overpowering like some brands. A classic flavor done absolutely right!
7. Specially Selected Truffle Potato Chips
Luxurious truffle flavor without the luxury price tag! These upscale chips pack an earthy, garlicky punch that feels fancy.
The black specks of truffle seasoning are visible on each chip. Perfect with a glass of wine or as part of a charcuterie board. They make regular potato chips seem boring by comparison.
8. Clancy’s Original Potato Chips
Sometimes simplicity wins! Thin, crispy classics deliver pure potato flavor with just the right amount of salt.
No fancy seasonings needed. Consistently fresh and never greasy. I’ve never had a stale bag, which says a lot about Aldi’s quality control.
9. Clancy’s Jalapeño Kettle Chips
Fiery jalapeño heat with that signature kettle-cooked crunch! The spice builds gradually rather than overwhelming your first bite.
Green flecks of real jalapeño are visible on each chip. The heat is balanced with a subtle tanginess that keeps you coming back for more.
10. Simply Nature Sweet Potato Chips
Naturally sweet with a gorgeous orange hue. Delightful change from regular potatoes with their caramelized sweetness.
Sliced thin for maximum crispness. The natural sugars in sweet potatoes create an almost dessert-like quality. A healthier-feeling indulgence that still satisfies your chip craving!
11. Clancy’s Loaded Baked Potato Chips
Yikes! They taste nothing like a loaded baked potato. The artificial sour cream flavor overpowers everything else, leaving a strange aftertaste.
The bacon flavor tastes chemical-like, and the chive notes are barely detectable. One of Aldi’s biggest flavor disappointments.
12. Clancy’s Dill Pickle Chips
Unless you’re obsessed with pickles, skip these overwhelming chips. The vinegar punch is so strong it makes your eyes water!
The dill flavor tastes artificial and lingers unpleasantly. Even pickle lovers in my family found these too intense. The smell alone will take over your kitchen the moment you open the bag.
13. Clancy’s Cheese Puffs
Not technically chips, but these deserve a warning. The cheese coating leaves a weird, waxy film in your mouth that’s hard to ignore.
The texture is inconsistent – some puffs are crunchy while others are oddly stale-feeling, even in fresh bags. The artificial cheese flavor tastes nothing like real cheese. Major disappointment for cheese snack lovers!
14. Clancy’s Ranch Wavy Chips
Ranch lovers, prepare for disappointment. These chips smell promising but taste like someone waved a bottle of ranch near them and called it a day.
The seasoning is unevenly distributed, with some chips packed with flavor and others completely bland. The ranch flavor itself tastes oddly sweet rather than herbaceous. Even with dip, these chips fall flat.
15. Clancy’s Cheddar & Sour Cream Chips
The worst offender in Aldi’s chip lineup! The cheddar flavor is barely noticeable, while the sour cream element tastes oddly sweet and artificial.
The chips have a strange powdery texture that leaves your fingers coated in a film that doesn’t even taste good. Save your money and grab the regular sour cream and onion variety instead!