These Air Fryer Potatoes are golden brown, crispy and delicious! They’re a healthier alternative to classic French fries. An air fryer makes them extra crunchy and delicious. Serve as an appetizer or side dish with chicken, burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches and steaks!
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These Air Fryer Potatoes are golden and crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside! They are the perfect side dish or appetizer. This is the fastest and easiest way to make baked potatoes. They are healthier than French fries. Kids love these potatoes. They’re perfect for family dinners, holidays, and busy weeknights!
why you will love this recipe
- These air fryer potatoes are quick and easy to make.
- This recipe takes just 25 minutes to make.
- They are a great side dish or appetizer.
- Plus, make these potatoes in the air fryer for meal prep and leftovers.
- People of all ages love this recipe.
- The potatoes become tender and soft on the inside.
- This easy side dish is perfect for dinner on the dinner table.
- They get nice and crispy on the outside.
- These potatoes taste like they were baked in the oven!
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, paleo, sugar-free and vegan.
- Serve with chicken, pork, steak, burgers, hot dogs, and more.
- look at these Mashed potatoes Another great side dish recipe!
Ingredients and Substitutes
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Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for the best texture. Both types of potatoes were in good shape but softened on the inside. These compact potatoes won’t get mushy or soggy. These starchy and waxy potatoes are perfect for making air fryer potatoes.
Olive oil helps crisp the potatoes. Feel free to use avocado oil.
Sea salt and pepper add flavor without being overwhelming.
A little minced garlic adds a delicious garlicky flavor. Feel free to ignore it if you want.
taste and texture
These Air Fryer Potatoes are hearty and delicious. They taste like baked potatoes. The inside is so soft it almost tastes like butter!
These potatoes are so crispy! They stay soft and supple on the inside. Adjust cooking time to achieve desired crispness.
Cooking methods
There are several different ways to cook potatoes.
Oven baked potatoes are very common and easy. This method involves cooking the potatoes in the oven at relatively high temperatures. Potatoes are crispy and tender! This is a great alternative to air frying, although it takes longer.
The boiled potatoes are very soft and tender. They never get crispy. To make them crispy, they can be roasted after boiling or baked on high heat.
Baked potatoes pack a delicious smoky flavor! This is a great choice for summer grilling season.
Slow cooker potatoes also turn out super soft and tender. They have a tendency to become mushy.
In the end, air fried potatoes are the best of both worlds. They get crispy on the outside but still soft on the inside. Moreover, this method takes less than 30 minutes in total.
How to do it
step 1
First, preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
step 2
Wash and pat potatoes dry. Cut into 1-inch cubes.
step 3
Add potatoes, oil, sea salt, pepper, and garlic to a large mixing bowl. Stir until potatoes are completely covered.
step 4
Arrange the potatoes evenly in the air fryer basket.
step 5
Air fry for 15 minutes. Gently shake the air fryer basket. Fry for another 5 to 10 minutes.
step 6
Finally, remove them from the air fryer. Serve!
Advantages of air fryers
Air fryers are great for making quick family dinners. Here are a few advantages of using an air fryer to make potatoes.
First, the air fryer takes less than 1 minute to preheat. Some brands don’t require preheating at all.
An air fryer creates a fried taste without oil. No need to submerge food in oil. All it takes is a thin coat of oil.
Air fryers are easy to use and easy to clean.
This kitchen utensil is perfect for preparing many different meals! You can even cook desserts in the air fryer.
Expert Tips for Success
For best results, use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes. Red potatoes can also be used.
Cut into evenly sized 1-inch cubes. This ensures even cooking. Potatoes of different sizes can cause uneven cooking.
Toss potatoes until completely coated with oil and seasonings.
Don’t skimp on the seasoning.
Arrange in an even layer in the air fryer. This makes them all crispy.
Shake potatoes after air frying for 15 minutes. This will make the other side crispy.
Continue to air fry until the potatoes reach the desired crispness.
How to Serve and Store
Serve these Air Fryer Potatoes hot and fresh! It is delicious when eaten right away.
Services for Sugar Free Ketchupmustard, Sugar Free BBQ Sauceor desired seasoning.
These potatoes are great with roast chicken, pulled porkhamburger, sandwichand more.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
When reheating, add them to the air fryer and spray with nonstick spray. Fry in air at 400F for a few minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Russet and Yukon Gold potatoes are best for air frying. These waxy and starchy potatoes hold their shape really well. Plus, they get crispy. Sweet potatoes are also great for the air fryer.
No, potatoes don’t need to be parboiled before air frying.
Use enough oil to coat the potatoes. This helps them get crispy. Continue air frying until they are crisp.
Air fryer potatoes are healthier than fried potatoes.
For potatoes, use an air fryer with a basket. I love my Ultenic air fryer.
Can’t. Feel free to slice them into classic chips, wedges or rounds.
Yes, you can make frozen french fries. Be sure to coat them well with oil.
required equipment
Air fryer: This basket air fryer is perfect for roasting vegetables and potatoes.
knife set: Use an extra sharp knife to cut potatoes.
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