Description
This recipe for Crispy Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes delivers golden, perfectly seasoned and crisp potatoes in just 30 minutes. Using Yukon Gold potatoes tossed in olive oil and a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, these breakfast potatoes achieve a deliciously crunchy exterior and tender inside without frying in oil. The air fryer method makes this a healthier and quick option to enjoy crispy potatoes as a side dish or breakfast staple.
Ingredients
Potatoes
- 1 1/2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, washed and diced into 1/2 inch cubes
Seasonings & Oil
- 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
Optional Garnish
- Fresh chopped parsley for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F and allow it to preheat for 5 minutes while you prepare the potatoes. This ensures the potatoes cook evenly and get crispy.
- Prepare the potatoes: Wash and dry the Yukon Gold potatoes thoroughly, then dice them into 1/2 inch cubes for uniform cooking and crispiness.
- Season the potatoes: In a large bowl, combine the diced potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly to ensure each piece is evenly coated with the seasoning blend.
- Air fry the potatoes: Arrange the seasoned potatoes in an even layer inside the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to allow hot air circulation for maximum crispness. Cook for 20 minutes, shaking or tossing the potatoes 2-3 times during cooking to promote even browning and tenderness.
- Optional broil for extra crispiness: If your air fryer has an air broil function, broil the potatoes for 2-3 minutes at the end, shaking as needed to crisp the edges further. If not, increase the temperature to 450°F and broil using your oven or air fryer, stirring occasionally until desired crispness is achieved.
- Serve: Transfer potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot as a delicious side or breakfast addition.
Notes
- Be sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket as this will reduce crispiness.
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamy interior and crispy exterior.
- Adjust seasoning quantities to taste or substitute smoked paprika with regular paprika for a milder flavor.
- Broiling at the end is optional but recommended for extra crisp edges.
- Work in batches if making a larger quantity to maintain even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast Side
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
