Crispy Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes: Easy & Quick (Print Version)

Achieve crispy air fryer roasted potatoes every time! This recipe is simple, fast, and perfect for any meal. Get those golden spuds!

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American Comfort
Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 1.5 lbs (about 3-4 medium) Yukon Gold or red potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Flavor Boosters

03 - 1 tsp garlic powder
04 - 1 tsp onion powder
05 - 1 tsp dried rosemary
06 - 1/2 tsp paprika
07 - 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)

→ Finishing Touches

09 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
10 - Flaky sea salt (optional, for serving)

→ Optional Extras

11 - Pinch of red pepper flakes (for a little heat)
12 - Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)

# Instructions:

01 - Alright, first things first, grab those potatoes. I usually go for Yukon Golds or red potatoes because they get beautifully creamy inside and crispy outside. Wash 'em up good, then get to chopping. I like mine cut into about 1-inch cubes. Don't make them too small, or they'll get tough, and definitely not too big, or they won't cook evenly. This is where I sometimes get a little messy, potato bits flying everywhere – totally normal kitchen chaos!
02 - Now for the fun part: seasoning! In a large bowl, drizzle your potato cubes with olive oil. I don't measure perfectly, just enough to coat them lightly. Then, sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, dried rosemary, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Give everything a good toss. You want every single potato piece to be covered in that delicious spice blend. This is crucial for those crispy air fryer roasted potatoes. I once skimped on the oil and spices, and they came out bland and dry – never again!
03 - Time to get the air fryer preheated! Set it to 400°F (200°C). While it's warming up, arrange your seasoned potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Don't overcrowd it, honestly. That's the biggest mistake I see folks make! If you pile them up, they'll steam instead of roast, and we want crispy air fryer roasted potatoes, right? You might need to do this in batches, and that's totally fine. Patience is a virtue here.
04 - After about 10 minutes, pull out the basket and give it a good shake. Or, if you're feeling fancy, use tongs to flip them around. This ensures all sides get that golden-brown goodness and helps achieve evenly cooked, crispy air fryer roasted potatoes. I've forgotten this step a few times, and let me tell you, one side was perfectly bronzed, the other was... not. Learn from my "oops" moments!
05 - Continue cooking for another 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket again halfway through. Keep an eye on them! Air fryers vary, so yours might cook faster or slower. You're looking for potatoes that are fork-tender on the inside and beautifully golden-brown and crispy on the outside. The smell at this stage is just incredible – earthy, garlicky, pure comfort. These are the crispy air fryer roasted potatoes you've been dreaming of.
06 - Once they're done, carefully transfer your gorgeous crispy air fryer roasted potatoes to a serving dish. If you're using fresh parsley, now's the time to sprinkle it over for a pop of color and freshness. A little extra flaky sea salt never hurt anyone, either! Serve them hot and enjoy that satisfying crunch. Honestly, these are so good, they rarely even make it to the table without a few "taste tests" straight from the bowl.

# Notes:

01 - Always preheat your air fryer; it makes a huge difference in crispiness, I learned that the hard way.
02 - Leftovers are great, but they do soften a bit; a quick re-fry in the air fryer brings back some crisp.
03 - No rosemary? Dried thyme works surprisingly well, I tried it when I ran out once.
04 - Serve with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of parmesan for an extra treat, it's a game-changer.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Air fryer
02 - large mixing bowl
03 - tongs
04 - cutting board
05 - knife

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 180-220
Total Fat: 8-12g
Total Carbohydrate: 25-30g
Protein: 3-5g

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