Air Fryer Potatoes – crispy with hardly any oil!

Crispy air fryer potatoes are simple and delicious. You’ll love them plain with just a bit of salt and pepper, or delectably seasoned with one of the spice mixtures suggested below. 

Perfectly crispy potatoes, ready in 20 minutes, with very little oil. Sound like a dream come true? Welcome to the world of air fryers! It seems like I’m using this handy kitchen appliance more and more. Everything I try “air frying” turns out so crispy and tasty! And healthy, too, with very little added oil or fat. 

Who doesn’t love crispy potatoes? Whether you roast them, grill them, or “fry” them in your air fryer, crispy potatoes are always a welcome side (or a perfect snack!). And there’s nothing quite like a perfectly baked potato, crisp on the outside, fluffy on the inside. But I digress.

Air fryer potatoes are easy, fast, and perfect. You don’t have turn the oven on. ‘Nuff said, you have to try them today!

Ingredients You’ll Need

This is a very simple recipe with only a few ingredients:

• Potatoes: I like to use the round baby potatoes (they’re so easy and tender) but other types of potato would work, too. Each type of potato has unique qualities so choose the one you like best.
• Olive or Avocado Oil: Both of these oils work well in higher temperatures; they are flavorful and have health benefits, too.
• Kosher Salt and Black Pepper: The larger grains of kosher salt and coarsely ground black pepper are ideal for this type of recipe.

How To Make Air Fryer Potatoes

Prep the potatoes. It’s up to you whether you peel the potatoes or not. Tender skinned potatoes really don’t need to be peeled. Just make sure they’re clean and dry because dry equals crispy. The drier the potatoes are, the better!

Cut the potatoes into half inch chunks. If you’re using baby potatoes (as pictured), cut them into halves or quarters. It’s important that they are fairly uniform in size so they cook evenly.

Season the potatoes with oil and seasonings. Toss the potatoes with a little oil (just one tablespoon!), salt and pepper. There are more seasoning ideas on the recipe card. Match the potatoes with the entrée you’re serving, or create your own unique seasoning. 

Air fry the potatoes. “Fry” the potatoes in your air fryer for about twenty minutes. Give them a shake/stir now and then so they get done evenly. You can cook a whole pound at one time for four servings. 

Serve. Air fryer potatoes are a perfect side dish to accompany grilled chicken, salmon, or anything your heart desires. Serve the potatoes with homemade tzatziki or sour cream. Ketchup is always good, too. Sprinkle them with chopped chives or parsley, or a light vinaigrette. Make air fryer potatoes for breakfast.

Enjoy!

Variations of air fried potatoes

• Make the potatoes with no oil. I think they taste better with a little oil but it isn’t essential. Instead try one of the seasoning mixes suggested below for added flavor.
• Cut the potatoes differently. Cut them in thin wedges if you hail from England, and call them “chips.” (Try air fryer potato wedges or air fryer french fries.) Dice them small. They’ll cook even faster. Or try slicing them! Or leave them whole — make delicious air fryer baked potatoes, in just 40 minutes.
• Try different seasoning. Go Southwestern with chili powder and cumin, or Italian with Italian seasoning and garlic powder, or add herbs like dill or rosemary. See the recipe card below for specific measurements.

Storage & Reheating Tips

Refrigerate: For best crispiness, air fryer potatoes are best served immediately. If you have leftovers, store them in a covered container in the fridge. They’ll keep a few days.

Reheat: Put the potatoes back into the air fryer to reheat for a few minutes, or heat in your toaster oven or skillet.

Leftover potatoes are great on a salad, too. Don’t forget about breakfast!