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Oven-baked potato chips, lower fat
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 pack (medium) of Lays Oven Baked Chips (40 g) has 172 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.8 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 5.2 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 440 mg of Potassium covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Lays Oven Baked Chips are thin, crisp potato snacks cooked in an oven. They’re offered as a lower-fat alternative to conventional chips, while still making a savoury, crunchy snack rather than a meal.
Enjoy them straight from the bag, or serve them alongside a sandwich, burger or casual lunch; they also work well with dips. Their texture is light and crisp, with a familiar potato flavour. They are mainly a source of carbohydrates, with a little protein and fibre. For a more balanced snack, keep to a small portion and pair them with vegetables or a yoghurt-based dip.
Selected: 100 g
430
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
72g
· 26% DV
Protein
6.5g
· 13% DV
Fat
13g
· 17% DV
Fiber
4.5g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 6% · Fat 27%
Vitamins
B3
2.2mg · 14% DV
B6
0.18mg · 11% DV
B5
0.5mg · 10% DV
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
1100mg · 32% DV
Sodium
670mg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
110mg · 16% DV
Magnesium
38mg · 9% DV
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 430 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 106.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (106.7:1).
Lays Oven Baked Chips are made primarily from potatoes, with oil and seasoning. The exact ingredients vary by flavor, so a flavored variety may include additional seasonings. They are a packaged snack, rather than simply sliced potatoes baked at home.
They are oven-baked rather than cooked by the usual deep-frying method used for many traditional potato chips. That baking process is why Lays Oven Baked Chips are marketed as a lower-fat alternative, though they remain a packaged snack.
They contain less fat than regular fried Lays chips, but that does not make them a nutritious everyday staple. They are still a salty snack, so enjoy them occasionally and pair them with more filling foods rather than treating them as a meal.
Yes, they tend to taste less oily and have a different, often lighter crunch than regular fried potato chips. The flavor also depends on the variety; seasoning can make a bigger difference than the baking method alone.
Yes, they can fit as an occasional snack, but they do not cause weight loss. Their lighter feel can make it easy to keep eating, so portion some into a bowl instead of snacking straight from the bag.
Seal the bag tightly or move the chips to an airtight container, then keep them in a cool, dry cupboard. Moisture makes Lays Oven Baked Chips lose their crunch, so avoid leaving an opened bag exposed on the counter.
Yes, you can use them as a lighter, crisp base for nachos. Add toppings sparingly and warm them just until the toppings are hot; too much sauce or prolonged heating can make the chips soggy or cause them to break.
Yes, a brief spell in a low oven can help restore some crunch if the chips have gone stale. Spread them in a single layer, watch closely so they do not burn, and let them cool before eating.
Their baked texture can be more brittle than the texture of some fried chips, so they may crumble during packing or handling. Store the bag flat and avoid crushing it; broken pieces still work well as a crunchy topping for soup or salad.
They can be an occasional lunchbox treat, but they are not as filling as a sandwich, yogurt, or fruit. Pack a modest amount alongside foods that provide more lasting energy, rather than using the chips as the main part of lunch.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.