Crispy Air Fryer Sliced Potatoes Recipe
This Crispy Air Fryer Sliced Potatoes recipe delivers perfectly golden and crunchy potato slices using simple seasonings and a quick air frying method. It’s a healthier alternative to traditional fried potatoes, offering a deliciously crispy texture without excess oil.
- Author: Emma
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Potatoes
- 2 large russet or Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced
Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional, for extra color and flavor)
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder (optional, for a spicy kick)
- Prep the Potatoes: Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. If preferred, peel the potatoes to remove the skins. Using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer, cut the potatoes into evenly thick ¼-inch slices to ensure even cooking.
- Soak for Extra Crispiness: Place the potato slices in a bowl of cold water and soak for 15-20 minutes to remove excess starch. This step helps to achieve a crispier texture. Once soaked, drain and pat dry the slices completely using a kitchen towel or paper towels.
- Season the Potatoes: In a large mixing bowl, toss the dried potato slices with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, oregano, and optionally chili powder for heat. Mix thoroughly so all slices are evenly coated with the seasonings.
- Air Fry to Perfection: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes. Arrange the potato slices in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, avoiding overlap for even cooking. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping the slices halfway through, until they turn golden brown and crispy. Adjust time as needed based on your air fryer model and slice thickness.
- Serve & Enjoy: Remove the crispy potato slices from the air fryer and allow them to cool slightly. Sprinkle with additional salt if desired and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce for a delicious snack or side dish.
Notes
- Soaking the potato slices helps remove starch and promotes crispiness.
- Patting the potatoes dry before air frying is crucial for best texture.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking; cook in batches if necessary.
- Use a mandoline slicer for evenly thick slices to avoid uneven cooking.
- Adjust seasoning quantities based on personal preferences, especially chili powder for spiciness.
- Leftover crispy potatoes can be reheated in the air fryer for best texture retention.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1 large potato with seasoning)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 1.5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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