Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes are perfectly seasoned with the best texture — crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. They’re like roasted potatoes, but faster — quick and easy!
These Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes Are…
- Fast cooking: WAY quicker than traditional roasting.
- Crispy outside: Mimics deep-fried texture with far less oil.
- Soft inside: Perfectly tender inside.
- Versatile: Complements various breakfast dishes.
- Flavorful: Well-seasoned for an incredible flavor.
Quick Tip
Check out our Air Fryer Guide if you’re new to air frying!
Air Fryer Breakfast Potato Ingredients
- Gold/yellow potatoes: Choose firm and unblemished for a buttery, creamy texture. Gold potatoes have thin skins and make peeling unnecessary.
- Olive oil: Crucial for crispiness.
- Fine sea salt: The smaller grains adhere better.
- Black pepper: Try this Table grind.
- Paprika: Go with smoked paprika for deep flavors or sweet for mildness.
- Garlic and onion powder: These two add flavor with no chopping required!
- Optional: Fresh chives and freshly grated Parmesan for even more flavor!
How To Make Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
- Cube potatoes: Into ½-inch pieces.
- Season: Toss potatoes with oil and seasonings.
- Arrange: Spread in a single layer in the basket.
- Cook: 10-15 minutes, shaking halfway.
- Finish: Check for crispiness and tenderness.
- Serve: Adjust seasoning, add garnish, and enjoy.
How To Use Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
- Breakfast side: Pair with eggs, bacon, or sausage.
- Breakfast bowl: Combine with eggs, cheese, and guacamole.
- Burritos or tacos: Add to tortillas with eggs and salsa.
- Brunch hash: Combine with peppers, onions, and a fried egg.
- Omelet or frittata mix-in: Stir into egg dishes.
- Meal prep: Use for quick breakfasts throughout the week.
- Topping: Crunchy addition to soups or salads.
- Snack dip: Enjoy with ketchup or fry sauce.
Storage
Leftovers?
Storing: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.
Reheating: Warm in the air fryer at 350°F for a few minutes until heated through.
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Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and perfectly seasoned. They taste like roasted potatoes but cook up faster and easier!
Equipment
- Air Fryer 6-quart
Ingredients
Instructions
- Wash potatoes, dry thoroughly, and cut them into 1/2-inch cubes (see note 2). Fill 3 cups.
- Add potato cubes to a bowl (not the air fryer basket). Drizzle with oil and add salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, tossing thoroughly for an even coating.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F. If your model doesn't have a preheat function, run it empty for 3 minutes at 400°F. Spread seasoned potatoes in the air fryer in a single layer. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry for 10–15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through and returning potatoes to an even layer.
- Potatoes are done when tender with a slightly crisp and charred exterior. If potatoes aren’t crispy after 15 minutes, continue air frying and check every 1–2 minutes.
- Taste and add salt if needed. Optionally garnished with fresh chives and/or by grating Parmesan cheese on top (using a microplane). Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Note 1: Do not reduce the amount of oil; it's crucial for achieving crispy potatoes.
Note 2: Ensure uniform cooking by cutting the potatoes into equal 1/2-inch cubes. Start by slicing them into ½-inch rounds, then chopping the rounds into 1/2-inch pieces.
Storage: You can store these potatoes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 497mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 310IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
