Description
This Crispy Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes recipe delivers perfectly golden, crunchy-on-the-outside and tender-on-the-inside potatoes seasoned with garlic, onion, and smoked paprika. Easy to prepare and ready in just 35 minutes, these potatoes make a delicious and healthier side for any breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 1 1/2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, washed and diced into 1/2 inch cubes
Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- Fresh chopped parsley, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F and let it preheat for 5 minutes to ensure the potatoes crisp up immediately when cooking.
- Prepare the Potatoes: While the air fryer preheats, wash and dry the Yukon gold potatoes thoroughly, then dice them into 1/2-inch cubes for even cooking and a crispy texture.
- Season the Potatoes: Place the diced potatoes in a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly to coat the potatoes evenly with oil and spices.
- Air Fry the Potatoes: Transfer the seasoned potatoes into the air fryer basket, spreading them in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding to maintain crispiness; cook in batches if needed.
- Cook and Toss: Air fry for 20 minutes, shaking or tossing the basket 2-3 times during cooking to promote even browning. The potatoes should be tender inside with golden, crispy edges when done.
- Optional Extra Crisp: If your air fryer has an air broil function, broil the potatoes for an additional 2-3 minutes, shaking as needed. Alternatively, increase temperature to 450°F and broil similarly to get extra crispiness.
- Serve: Remove the potatoes from the air fryer, top with fresh chopped parsley if desired, and enjoy hot as a tasty breakfast side.
Notes
- Use Yukon gold potatoes for the best texture and flavor, but red potatoes can be a good substitute.
- Ensure the potatoes are dry before seasoning to help them crisp better.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches for crispier potatoes.
- Shaking the basket periodically during cooking ensures even crisping and prevents sticking.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste preference.
- Leftover potatoes can be reheated in the air fryer to regain crispiness.
