How to Make the Best Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes

February 21, 2024
Posted by 9b1rc

These air fryer potatoes cook up easily in the air fryer with a little bit of olive oil or avocado oil, and your favorite seasonings.

Air fryer vegetable recipes always make the perfect side, and these crispy air fryer potatoes are one of our favorite recipes.

With minimal prep and short cooking time, you can make a delicious side dish that pairs well with just about anything. If you like oven-roasted potatoes then you will love these easy air fryer potatoes.

how to make the best healthy air fryer potatoes

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This easy recipe is one of our favorite air fryer recipes. The kids love crispy french fries and this air fryer potatoes recipe allows us to prepare something similar with less oil, and the kids are none the wiser.

Air frying is a great alternative to traditional frying because it uses hot air to cook the food which makes it a much healthier option.

What You Need to Make Easy Air Fryer Potatoes

To make these crispy potatoes you only need a few simple ingredients.

2 lbs russet potatoes
1-2 Tbsp olive or avocado oil
1 1/2 tsp sea salt
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
black pepper to taste
optional – pinch of cayenne pepper
optional – fresh parsley for garnish

If 2 pounds of potatoes feels like a lot, it isn’t. The potatoes tend to shrink in the cooking process. The number of potatoes will vary depending on the size of the potato. Two pounds is approximately equal to 4 large russets or 6 small russets.

This recipe calls for russet potatoes, but you are welcome to substitute with red potatoes, baby potatoes, or other types of potatoes.

potatoes and a little oil on cutting board

You will also need an air fryer. If you love air fryer recipes and this healthy way of cooking vegetables then investing in an air fryer is a must. We have the Ninja Foodi, and love it! The Ninja Foodi can be found online here: Ninja Foodi. You can also find different brands of air fryers in different sizes with different capabilities online here: air fryers.

How to Make Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes

First, preheat the air fryer at 390 degrees F while you prepare the potatoes.

Make sure to clean and dry the potatoes. You can simply dry them with paper towels to remove the excess moisture.

Next, with skin on, cut the potatoes into 1/2″ cubes and transfer them to a large bowl.

Then add the oil to the bowl.

Add the spice blend to the potatoes. If you like a subtle heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper as well.

Italian seasoning and smoked paprika and garlic powder

Toss the potatoes thoroughly to coat.

How Long to Cook Potatoes in Air Fryer

Place the seasoned potatoes in the air fryer basket.

Select the air crisp function, set the cook time for 40 minutes, close the lid, and press start.

Ideally, the potatoes should be placed in the air fryer basket in a single layer. This is not always possible and depends a lot on the size of your air fryer.

Make sure to continuously shake the basket, or toss the potatoes throughout the cooking process. If using tongs, make sure to use silicone tongs to avoid scratching the air fryer basket.

Toss the potatoes a minimum of once every 10 minutes. The best potatoes will need to most exposure to the hot air to prevent uneven cooking. Try to toss them closer to every 5 minutes when possible.

toss potatoes at halfway mark during air frying

When the 40 minutes is up your flavorful potatoes will have golden brown crispy outsides with soft fluffy insides.

Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes

These air fryer potatoes are the perfect side dish. Garnish with fresh herbs, like fresh parsley, and enjoy.

air fryer potatoes with fresh parsley in white dish

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.

This easy side dish pairs well with many things. Here are a few recipes to consider as a main dish to go with this great side dish.

Ingredients

2 lbs russet potatoes
1-2 Tbsp olive or avocado oil
1 1/2 tsp sea salt
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
black pepper to taste
optional – pinch of cayenne pepper
optional – fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

First, preheat the air fryer at 390 degrees F while you prepare the potatoes.
Wash and dry the potatoes.
With skin on, cut potatoes into 1/2″ cubes. and transfer to a large bowl
Add oil and spices to the bowl and toss to coat.
Place the seasoned potatoes intot he air fryer basket.
Select air crisp funciton on the air fryer, set the temperature to 390 degrees, and set the cook time for 40 minutes. Press start.
Shake the basket/toss the potatoes every 5-10 minutes throughout the cooking process, until they are finished.
When done, remove and garnish with fresh parsley, serve and enjoy