Professional chefs consistently choose Xochitl Tortilla Chips as the best commercially available option, beating out larger brands like Tostitos. A recent survey of chefs at Rethink Food, a New York City-based nonprofit, revealed unanimous agreement: when it comes to store-bought chips, Xochitl delivers superior quality.
Why Chefs Prefer Xochitl
The key factor is crispness. Chefs praised Xochitl’s chips for achieving a texture close to homemade, without the time investment of frying their own. Maggie Lawlor, a chef with experience in Kansas City and New York, described them as “nice and crisp” even eaten plain.
Christina Zhong, formerly of Craft and Savor, confirmed that “there’s really no store-bought version as good as Xochitl.” Isabella Mezzettone, Rethink’s creative lead chef, added that the chips have “the ideal amount of crisp.”
Packaging Matters
Beyond texture, the packaging contributes to freshness. Xochitl’s paper bag design allows for better air circulation than plastic, slowing down staleness and preserving crunch. This detail matters because stale chips ruin dips; fresh, crisp chips maximize the experience.
Availability and Price
Xochitl Tortilla Chips are available on Amazon for $4.43 (as of publication) for a 12-ounce bag.
The consensus is clear: when chefs need reliable tortilla chips, they reach for Xochitl. This choice highlights the importance of texture and freshness in a snack food, showing why professional cooks value quality even in simple ingredients.
