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Easy Air Fryer Potatoes

Here you will find the best recipe for Air Fryer Potatoes. You only need 20 minutes and the potatoes get nice and crispy on the outside. This recipe is one of my favorite side dishes. Try it out! 

Air Fryer Potatoes

About the best Air Fryer Potatoes Recipe 

I just love potatoes and in the air fryer they are quick and healthy to prepare. That’s also why I love making this recipe. My roasted air fryer potatoes are the perfect quick side dish for during the week or when you just want to save a little time. 

That’s why you’ll love my Air Fryer Potatoes Recipe: 

  • Extremely delicious and crispy 
  • Prepared in just 5 minutes, your air fryer does the rest
  • Quicker to prepare than potatoes from the oven 
  • Healthy because only a little oil is used

Ingredients you’ll need 

For your crispy potatoes in the air fryer, you don’t need many ingredients and can get started right away. You should have the following ingredients at home: 

  • Potatoes – I prefer to use yukon gold potatoes. 
  • Olive oil
  • Spices – of course, salt should not be missing from the potatoes. I also use Italian herbs and some pepper. 
  • Parsley – for garnishing.  

The exact quantities for the recipe can be found below in my recipe card.

Air Fryer Potatoes Wedges

How To Air Fry Potatoes easily 

Your crispy air fryer potatoes are ready in three easy steps. In less than 5 minutes you have everything ready and can start the preparation in the air fryer. 

Step 1

First, wash the potatoes (for example, yukon gold potatoes) and cut them in half or quarters. Then mix the potatoes in a bowl with olive oil, Italian herbs, salt and pepper. 

Step 2

Now put the potatoes in your air fryer basket. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 18 – 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Step 3 

When the potatoes are crisped, serve with fresh parsley. 

Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes

Expert Tips for the Best Air Fryer Potatoes 

Here are a few tips for the perfect air fryer potatoes: 

  • Do not peel! Be sure to leave the skin on so that the potatoes get nice and crispy. Just wash them is enough. 
  • Good olive oil – The oil prevents the potatoes from sticking. 
  • Enough space in the basket – don’t overfill your frying basket. 

FAQ

Are air fryer potatoes healthy? 

Yes, they are healthy, due to the fact that they are fried with hot air. Also, we do not use much oil. 

When are the potatoes ready? 

When the potatoes are golden brown and crispy on the outside. It usually takes 18 to 20 minutes.

Do I need to soak my potatoes in water before frying them?

No, in this recipe, you don’t need to soak the potatoes in water. You can simply start air frying after cutting the potatoes. 

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Air Fryer Potatoes

Easy Air Fryer Potatoes Recipe

5 from 5 votes
These easy air fryer potatoes are ready in just 20 minutes and get really crispy.
Servings: 4 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 lb potatoes (yukon gold potatoes)
  • 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil*
  • 1 tsp italian herbs
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp parsley

Instructions

  • Wash the potatoes and cut them in half or quarters. Then mix the potatoes in a bowl with olive oil, Italian herbs, salt and pepper.
  • Put the potatoes in your air fryer basket. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 18 – 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • When the potatoes are crisped outside, serve with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 5g
Course: Air Fryer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer potatoes, air fryer recipe
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