Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes (Print)

Crisp golden potatoes with tender insides, seasoned and cooked to perfection using an air fryer.

# Components:

→ Potatoes

01 - 1 ½ lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, diced into ½-inch cubes (skin on or peeled)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 small onion, diced
03 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced

→ Seasonings

04 - 2 tbsp olive oil
05 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
06 - ½ tsp garlic powder
07 - ½ tsp onion powder
08 - ½ tsp dried oregano
09 - ½ tsp salt, or to taste
10 - ¼ tsp ground black pepper

→ Optional Garnish

11 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the diced potatoes, onion, and bell pepper with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the mixture evenly in the air fryer basket in a single layer; cook in batches if necessary.
04 - Cook in the air fryer for 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even crisping.
05 - Assess the potatoes and air fry for an additional 3 to 5 minutes if needed until golden and tender.
06 - Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get that diner crunch without standing over a hot stove or using excessive oil
  • The seasoning blend creates this smoky, savory depth that makes people ask whats your secret
02 -
  • Overcrowding the air fryer basket is the number one mistake people make, leading to soggy potatoes instead of crispy ones
  • Shaking the basket midway through cooking is non negotiable for even browning on all sides
03 -
  • Preheating your air fryer makes a noticeable difference in how quickly the potatoes develop that golden crust
  • Adding the seasoning to the oil first creates a paste that coats more evenly than adding everything separately
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