Air fryer potatoes seasoned with olive oil, garlic, onion, paprika, salt, and pepper are crispy on the outside and perfectly tender on the inside.
This recipe for roasted potatoes in the air fryer couldn’t be simpler! It’s a great take on traditional roasted red potatoes and perfect for a quick side dish. Serve it with your dinner favorites like hot chicken salad or honey garlic shrimp.
Air Fryer Potatoes
Air Fryer Potatoes
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Why you’ll love this recipe!
📌 Crispy and delicious! These cook so perfectly, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
📌 A quick side dish option! Ready to eat in just 30 minutes.
📌 Versatile! Play with the seasonings and use whatever kind of potatoes you love or are on sale.
Ingredients
- Potatoes – We used baby red potatoes, but you can use whatever kind of potatoes you like. Yellow potatoes are also delicious!
- Oil – Any vegetable oil will work, but I’m partial to olive oil as it adds great flavor.
- Seasonings – Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Step-by-step directions
⭐ First, cut potatoes into large bite sized pieces and coat with olive oil.
⭐ Next, toss with seasonings.
⭐ Then, place in a preheated air fryer and cook until browned and crispy on the edges.
⭐ Finally, enjoy immediately while hot!
Scroll down to the printable recipe card toward the bottom of this article for ingredient measurements and detailed cooking instructions.
Preparation
What kind of potatoes are best?
We typically use baby red potatoes in this recipe because they crisp beautifully and cook to a butter finish on the inside.
What seasonings for air fryer potatoes?
Our recipe calls for onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper but you could also try them with your favorite spice blend like this basic spice rub or grab a pre-made seasoned salt from the market.
Leftovers and storage
How long do air fried potatoes last?
Leftovers will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Can you freeze roasted potatoes?
Absolutely! Allow them to cool to room temperature then place in a freezer safe container and freeze for up to 4 months. Thaw completely then reheat in the microwave or air fryer.
Tips, tricks, and frequently asked questions
✅ Try with other seasoning blends like fajita seasoning, chili seasoning, or taco seasoning.
✅ Use different kinds of potatoes. We love a good russet here and there too.
✅ Make them loaded by finishing with shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, sour cream, and chives!
Serving suggestions
These are a great side dish along with Italian dressing chicken, bang bang chicken, or chicken fajita casserole. And don’t forget a homemade strawberry milkshake for dessert!
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Tools we love
- Digital air fryer – We have (pictured) this Cosori 5.8 quart air fryer. It’s great!
- Santoku knife – My favorite knife! This knife is the perfect size and shape, handles great, and is super reasonably priced. Also, I just love that it’s fun and colorful!
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How to Make Air Fryer Potatoes
Air Fryer Potatoes
Ingredients
- 1 pound baby red potatoes quartered (or cut into large bite size pieces)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pre-heat air fryer to 400°F.
- In a large prep bowl, drizzle quartered potatoes with olive oil and toss to coat.
- Sprinkle evenly with spices, stir, then spread potatoes into the bottom of the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 20 to 25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Potatoes are done when they're browned and crisping on the outside and fork tender on the inside.
Notes
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Air Fryer Potatoes
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Robert says
Looks delicious. I have been making salt and vinegar potato salad lately but will try this recipe next.