Easy Air Fryer Baby Potatoes: Crispy, Golden, and Irresistible
Air Fryer Baby Potatoes are crispy, golden, and irresistible. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly crispy potatoes every time. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks and Loaded Potato Taco Bowl.
Why This Easy Air Fryer Baby Potatoes: Crispy, Golden, and Irresistible Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Healthier than fried potatoes
What You'll Need for Easy Air Fryer Baby Potatoes: Crispy, Golden, and Irresistible
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- baby potatoes
- olive oil
- salt
- pepper
- garlic powder
- paprika
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley
- Optional: grated Parmesan cheese
📝 Ingredient Notes
- baby potatoes: Cut larger potatoes in half or quarters to ensure even cooking.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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How to Make Easy Air Fryer Baby Potatoes: Crispy, Golden, and Irresistible
- Prepare potatoes: Wash and pat dry potatoes. Cut larger ones in half or quarters. Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Air fry: Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Arrange potatoes in a single layer. Cook for 18-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Air Fryer Baby Potatoes: Crispy, Golden, and Irresistible
- Common mistake and fix: Undercooking: Ensure potatoes are cut evenly and cook for the full time to avoid undercooked centers.
- Tip: For extra crispiness, toss potatoes with a tablespoon of cornstarch before adding oil.
- Tip: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
Storing & Reheating Easy Air Fryer Baby Potatoes: Crispy, Golden, and Irresistible
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Can be made ahead and reheated as needed.
Freezing Easy Air Fryer Baby Potatoes: Crispy, Golden, and Irresistible
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Not recommended for reheating in the microwave.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Tossing potatoes with oil before cooking helps them crisp up better in the air fryer.
- Best substitution: Substitute baby potatoes with fingerling or small Yukon Gold potatoes.
- Make-ahead: Prepare potatoes up to a day ahead. Store in the refrigerator and air fry as directed before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are sticking to the air fryer basket, lightly grease it with oil before cooking.
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Easy Air Fryer Baby Potatoes: Crispy, Golden, and Irresistible
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- baby potatoes
- olive oil
- salt
- pepper
Seasonings
- garlic powder
- paprika
Optional Toppings
- chopped fresh parsley
- grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare potatoes: Wash and pat dry potatoes. Cut larger ones in half or quarters. Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Air fry: Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Arrange potatoes in a single layer. Cook for 18-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: Tossing potatoes with oil before cooking helps them crisp up better in the air fryer.
- Best substitution: Substitute baby potatoes with fingerling or small Yukon Gold potatoes.
- Make-ahead: Prepare potatoes up to a day ahead. Store in the refrigerator and air fry as directed before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are sticking to the air fryer basket, lightly grease it with oil before cooking.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Not recommended for reheating in the microwave.
- Make ahead: Can be made ahead and reheated as needed.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 1g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Air Fryer Baby Potatoes: Crispy, Golden, and Irresistible FAQs
Yes, prepare potatoes up to a day ahead. Store in the refrigerator and air fry as directed before serving.
Ensure potatoes are cut evenly and toss with oil before cooking. Cook for the full time and shake the basket halfway through.
Yes, preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss potatoes with oil and seasonings. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
No, the Instant Pot is not suitable for cooking potatoes in this manner.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Air Fryer Baby Potatoes: Crispy, Golden, and Irresistible and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
