These golden-crispy Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes are your new morning game-changer, delivering restaurant-quality results in just 20 minutes. With only 34 calories per serving, they’re the perfect light yet satisfying side dish that pairs beautifully with eggs, bacon, or your favorite breakfast classics. The air fryer works its magic, creating that ideal crispy exterior while maintaining a tender, fluffy interior – making every bite absolutely delightful.
Ingredients Needed
- Potatoes: 4 cups, fresh and peeled, cut into 1-inch uniform cubes for even cooking
- Oil: 1 tablespoon, helps achieve golden-brown exterior
- Paprika: 3/4 teaspoon, adds beautiful color and mild sweetness
- Garlic Powder: 1/2 teaspoon, infuses savory flavor
- Crushed Red Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon, optional for heat lovers
- Salt and Pepper: To taste, enhances overall flavor
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preparation: Gather all ingredients and measuring tools for a smooth cooking experience
- Potato Prep: Peel potatoes and cut into consistent 1-inch cubes for optimal cooking
- Seasoning: Place cubed potatoes in bowl, drizzle with oil and add all seasonings, then mix well
- Air Fryer Setup: Transfer seasoned potatoes to air fryer basket, arranging them evenly
- Cooking Process: Air fry at 400°F (204°C) for 15 minutes, shaking basket twice during cooking
- Final Touch: Remove when golden brown, season with additional salt and pepper if desired
Cooking Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Potatoes
For extra-crispy potatoes, pat them dry with paper towels after cutting. This removes excess starch and moisture. Spreading the potato pieces in a single layer (not stacked) helps them brown evenly. If you’re making a bigger batch, cook in multiple rounds rather than overcrowding.
Easy Variations
Love to switch things up? Try these simple spice combos:
- Skip the red pepper and add 1/2 teaspoon of dried rosemary for a classic taste
- Mix in 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder with the existing spices
- Add a dash of smoked paprika instead of regular paprika for a deeper flavor
- Toss with fresh herbs like parsley after cooking
Serving Ideas
These crispy potatoes are perfect with:
- Fried or scrambled eggs
- Fresh fruit on the side
- A dollop of ketchup or hot sauce
- Mixed into a breakfast burrito They’re also great for meal prep – make extra and warm them up the next day!
Storage Tips
Keep leftover potatoes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, pop them back in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 350°F – they’ll crisp right up! Avoid storing them in plastic bags, which can make them soggy.
Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Measuring Spoons
- Bowl
Ingredients
- 4 cups Potatoes Peeled and cubed into 1 inch pieces
- 1 T Oil
- 3/4 t Paprika
- 1/2 t Garlic Powder
- 1/4 t Crushed Red Pepper optional
- Salt and Pepper optional
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients together as well as measuring spoons.
- Peel potatoes, dice into 1 inch cubes and place in a bowl.
- Drizzle oil over top of the potato cubes and add spices. Stir to combine
- Add spiced potatoes into the air fryer basket or air fryer tray.
- Air Fry for 400F/204C for 15 minutes. Be sure to shake the basket or stir the potatoes 2 times while cooking to help them to cook more evenly.
- Remove potatoes from the air fryer, season with salt and pepper if you wish and enjoy!
