Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes

This easy Air Fryer Potatoes recipe makes crispy baby potatoes with garlic and herbs in under 20 minutes. A quick, no-oven side dish with golden edges and fluffy centers.

Try more delicious air fryer recipes like my Air Fryer Skinless Boneless Chicken Thighs, Air Fryer Baked Potatoes, Air Fryer Butternut Squash, Air Fryer Chicken Breast, and Air Fryer Salmon.

Why This Recipe Works

Easy – Making air fryer fried potatoes is super easy! All you have to do is cut your potatoes, coat them in olive oil and seasonings, and pop them into the air fryer basket. Turn the fryer on, let them roast a bit, pull the tray out, shake them around, and let them cook until you get the perfect crispiness. So easy!

Any potatoes – I like to use baby gold potatoes in the air fryer, but you can use any potatoes you like or have on hand. I do recommend cutting them down to 1-inch pieces though, no matter which potato you choose. That way, they will all cook evenly.

Make in batches – I don’t know about you, but I like to eat my potatoes and fries nice and hot and crispy, right out of the fryer. Because the air fryer baskets aren’t generally super huge, I find it helpful to cook in batches when I’m making a lot of air fryer potatoes. That way, we can eat the first round right out of the fryer and then put in more air fryer potatoes that will be ready when everyone’s ready for seconds.

Simple ingredients – Not only are these air fryer fried potatoes easy to make, but they are also simple to make too. No fancy ingredients – just potatoes, olive oil, and simple spices you probably have in your spice drawer.

Why This Air Fryer Potatoes Recipe Is Better Than Oven Roasting

Easy – Making this air fryer potatoes recipe is super easy! All you have to do is cut your potatoes, coat them in olive oil and seasonings, and pop them into the air fryer basket. Turn the fryer on, let them roast a bit, pull the tray out, shake them around, and let them cook until you get the perfect crispiness. So easy!

Any potatoes – I like to use baby gold potatoes in this recipe for easy air fryer potatoes, but you can use any potatoes you like or have on hand. I do recommend cutting them down to 1-inch pieces though, no matter which potato you choose. That way, they will all cook evenly.

Make in batches – I don’t know about you, but I like to eat my air fryer roasted potatoes nice and hot and crispy. Because the air fryer baskets aren’t generally super huge, I find it helpful to cook in batches when I’m making a lot of air fryer potatoes. That way, we can eat the first round right out of the fryer and then put in more air fryer potatoes that will be ready when everyone’s ready for seconds.

Simple ingredients – Not only are these crispy air fryer potatoes easy to make, but they are also simple to make too. No fancy ingredients – just potatoes, olive oil, and simple spices you probably have in your spice drawer.

Ingredients for Crispy Air Fryer Baby Potatoes 

Baby Gold Potatoes — I mentioned above you can use any potatoes you like in this recipe but I think the best is when you make this air fryer baby potatoes recipe with the gold baby potato variety. They are small enough to easily cut into 1-inch pieces and cook up relatively fast (and crispy!) in the air fryer. 

Olive Oil — Just a little bit of EVOO is all that’s needed in these air fryer potatoes with garlic and herbs. In a pinch you can also use vegetable or canola oil.

Salt, Cracked Black Pepper and Garlic Powder — Add to taste.

Italian Seasoning or Herbs De Provence — I like to add a dash of Italian seasoning or Herbs de Provence to liven up the herby flavor of these potatoes. You can also just stick with salt, pepper, and garlic powder if you prefer.

Parmesan Cheese — Grated parmesan cheese works well on these potatoes so that every little bite has some cheesy goodness baked into it. For extra deliciousness, freshly grate the parm.

How to Make Easy Air Fryer Potatoes

Making air fryer fried potatoes really couldn’t be any easier!

1. First, cut the potatoes in half or into 1-inch pieces, then toss them into a bowl with olive oil to coat.
2. Next, season the potatoes with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and parmesan cheese and give it all a good stir to combine. 
3. Now, pour the potatoes into a greased air fryer basket. 
4. Set the air fryer to 400 degrees for 10 minutes. At the 10-minute mark, give the potatoes a stir, and then cook them for another 8-10 minutes or so longer, depending on how crispy you like them.
5. Pour the fries out of the basket or take them out with tongs onto a plate. Garnish the air fryer potatoes with fresh herbs (if desired) and serve.

How to Make Air Fryer Potatoes Extra Crispy

To make these potatoes extra crispy, ensure the following: 

• Do not overcrowd the basket. Be sure air can flow around the sides of the potatoes for maximum crispiness. 
• Don’t skimp on the oil. If one tablespoon doesn’t seem to be enough to coat the potatoes, try two tablespoons. Do measure and mix between each add of oil though — you don’t want too much oil on the potatoes or they will be soggy. 

• If the potatoes seem extra moist or you have them waiting in cold water in the fridge, be sure to dry the potatoes thoroughly before adding oil and seasonings. You can do this with kitchen or paper towels. 
• Once you’ve made these potatoes following the directions and you still don’t feel like they’re crispy enough, turn the heat up on the fryer a little bit for a high heat finish for another 2 minutes. 

Garlic and Herb Variation

Are you a garlic lover like I am and need a little more than the garlic powder? With just a couple tweeks, you can make a recipe for easy air fryer potatoes with garlic and herbs. 

One option is to add a tablespoon (or more) of minced garlic (in addition to the garlic powder) to the Italian seasoning mix before frying. 

You could also add only minced garlic (fresh or jarred), as much as you like, along with freshly chopped herbs, salt and pepper to the potatoes before frying.

FAQs

Expert Tips

• For the parmesan cheese, you know normally I would totally say grate your own because it melts and tastes better in lots of casseroles and dishes. However, for these crispy potatoes, I like to use the pre-grated cheese that comes in a shaker can – it works totally fine!
• Air fryer potatoes will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. I don’t recommend freezing them, as they will be soggy and mushy after thawing.
• There’s no need to preheat the air fryer before adding the potatoes. The air fryer will heat up quickly.
• I recommend reading the owner’s manual to find out how best to clean your air fryer. I wash mine by hand.

What to Serve with Air Fryer Potatoes

I make these potatoes often as a side. Some of these recipes are my favorite combos with these potatoes. 

(If you prefer to cook potatoes in the oven, try my recipe for 3 Ingredient Oven Roasted Potatoes.)

• Baked Salmon is one of my go-tos on busy weeknights (or just about any night really). The great thing about this combo is you can use the oven for the salmon and the air fryer for the potatoes so that they can be done at the same time. 
• Always a dinner hero in my book, a Baked Pork Tenderloin can do no wrong when paired with these delicious air fryer potatoes. 
• Baked Balsamic Chicken is another dish that I love to make with these potatoes and a simple side salad. 
• Of course, potatoes always go with a burger, like my Red Robin Bonzai Burger copycat or Greek Beef Burger.

More Potato Recipes

• Easy Garlic Mashed Potatoes – comfort in every spoonful.
• Crispy Oven Roasted Smashed Potatoes – crunchy on the outside, fluffy on the inside.
• Scalloped Potatoes – the ultimate convert dish!
• Instant Pot Baked Potatoes – ready for all your favorite toppings in minutes.