Air Fryer Potatoes (Crispy & Fluffy!) Recipe
Crispy and fluffy air fryer Yukon gold potatoes seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper, finished with melted butter for a flavorful and easy side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: 3-4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 1 lb Yukon gold potatoes (washed, dried, and cut into 1-inch cubes; no need to peel unless you want to)
Seasoning & Oil
- 1 tbsp Olive oil (or use 2 tablespoons if not adding the optional butter below)
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder (or more if you love garlic)
- 1/2 tsp Sea salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
Optional
- 1 tbsp Unsalted butter (optional, but recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C) and allow it to preheat for a few minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the Potatoes: In a large bowl, place the diced Yukon gold potatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss well to evenly coat all potato pieces with the oil and seasonings.
- Air Fry the Potatoes: Arrange the potatoes in a single layer inside the air fryer basket to enable proper crisping. Air fry for 10 to 14 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking. Check for doneness by poking with a fork; they should be golden brown on the outside and soft inside. If the potatoes are nicely browned but not soft enough, lower the temperature to 320 degrees F (160 degrees C) and continue air frying until tender.
- Add Butter and Serve: Transfer the hot potatoes to a large bowl. Add the unsalted butter while they are still hot and stir so the butter melts and coats the potatoes, enhancing their flavor and richness.
Notes
- For an extra garlic kick, increase the garlic powder to taste.
- Cut potatoes into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to maintain crispiness.
- If you prefer, peel the potatoes before cooking, though skins add texture and nutrients.
- Use a fork to test tenderness instead of relying solely on color.
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