Dessert

Blue Cheese Chips with Bacon, Honey, and Seasoned Spices Recipe

ByAiden Wells January 8, 2026January 8, 2026

Introduction

Blue Cheese Chips are a savory, irresistible snack that combines crispy kettle chips with rich blue cheese, smoky bacon, and a hint of honey. This easy recipe elevates simple chips into a flavorful treat perfect for sharing or enjoying solo.

The dish is a close-up of a white bowl filled with crispy, golden-brown potato chips. The chips have a seasoned look with a reddish spice dusted evenly over the top layer, giving a warm, vibrant color. Small white crumbles of cheese are scattered on top, adding contrast, along with finely chopped green herbs sprinkled across the chips. The chips are layered irregularly, some curled and overlapping, showing different textures from smooth to slightly rough and crispy edges. The bowl is placed on a white marbled surface that subtly reflects light, adding brightness to the scene. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

7½ oz bag unsalted kettle chips
4-5 slices bacon
Blue cheese, to taste
Honey drizzle
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp MSG
Dried chives, to taste
Pinch seasoned salt
¼ tsp garlic powder

Instructions

Step 1: Bake the bacon at 400℉ for 12-16 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels to remove excess grease.
Step 2: Lower the oven temperature to 325℉.
Step 3: Spread the kettle chips on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of the reserved bacon grease.
Step 4: In a bowl, combine smoked paprika, seasoned salt, garlic powder, MSG, and dried chives. Mix well to create the seasoning blend.
Step 5: Crumble blue cheese generously over the chips. Sprinkle the seasoning blend evenly, then gently toss to combine all flavors.
Step 6: Bake the chips at 325℉ for 15-17 minutes, until cheese is melted and everything is heated through.
Step 7: Roughly chop the cooked bacon. Once chips are out of the oven, drizzle honey over the top, sprinkle with bacon pieces, and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, use kettle-cooked chips and reserve some bacon grease for enhanced flavor.
If you prefer less intensity, substitute blue cheese with a milder cheese like feta or goat cheese.
Add a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes for a spicy twist.
Use fresh chives instead of dried for a brighter herbal note.

Storage

Blue Cheese Chips are best enjoyed fresh and warm. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat briefly in a low oven to avoid sogginess, but note chips may lose some crispness.

How to Serve

A white bowl filled with crispy potato chips layered thickly, some chips are golden brown and others have a reddish seasoning sprinkled on top. Scattered across the chips are small white crumbles of cheese and tiny green herb flakes. Bits of caramelized onions add a darker brown contrast, giving the dish a mix of textures from crunchy chips to soft toppings. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface with a clean, bright look. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular potato chips instead of kettle chips?

Yes, but kettle chips have a thicker, crunchier texture that holds up better during baking and provides more contrast with the creamy cheese and bacon.

What if I don’t have MSG?

MSG enhances umami flavor but is optional. You can omit it or substitute with a pinch of soy sauce powder or additional seasoned salt to maintain savory depth.