🥔 Crispy Air Fryer Sliced Potatoes
These golden, crispy potato slices are simple, quick, and delicious. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or breakfast potato!
⭐ Ingredients
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3–4 medium potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
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1–2 tbsp olive oil
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½ tsp salt (or to taste)
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp paprika (optional for color)
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½ tsp dried Italian herbs or oregano
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Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
🔪 Instructions
1. Prep the potatoes
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Wash potatoes and slice them into ¼-inch thick rounds.
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You can leave the skin on for extra crispiness and flavor.
2. Season
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Place sliced potatoes in a bowl.
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Add olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and herbs.
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Toss to coat evenly.
3. Air fry
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Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
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Arrange potatoes in a single layer (some overlap is okay, but don’t overcrowd).
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Air fry 12–16 minutes, flipping halfway.
4. Check crispiness
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Cook until the slices are golden brown and crispy on the edges.
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If needed, add 2–3 more minutes.
5. Serve
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Garnish with fresh parsley.
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Serve hot with ketchup, garlic mayo, ranch, or any dip you love!
💡 Tips
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Soak potato slices in cold water for 15 minutes for maximum crispiness.
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Pat them completely dry before seasoning.
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Use a mandoline slicer for even thickness.
❓ Q&A Section
Q1: Can I use any type of potato?
A: Yes! Yukon Gold potatoes give a buttery flavor, while Russets get extra crispy.
Q2: My potatoes didn’t get crispy. What happened?
A: Common reasons:
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Slices were too thick
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Not enough oil
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Air fryer basket too crowded
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Potatoes not dried properly before seasoning
Q3: Can I make these oil-free?
A: Yes! They won’t be as crispy, but you can skip oil or spray lightly with cooking spray. Increase cooking time by 2–3 minutes.
Q4: Can I add cheese?
A: Definitely! Add grated parmesan during the last 3 minutes of cooking.
Q5: Can I prepare these ahead?
A: Yes. Slice and soak potatoes in cold water, then drain and dry before seasoning and cooking.
Q6: How do I reheat leftovers?
A: Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 3–4 minutes—they’ll crisp right back up!
Q7: Can I use sweet potatoes?
A: Yes! Just increase cook time by 2–4 minutes since sweet potatoes take longer to crisp.
