🥔 Sliced Potatoes (Crispy & Easy)
Thinly sliced potatoes cooked in the air fryer until golden and crispy on the outside, tender inside. Perfect as a side, snack, or healthier alternative to fries.
🧾 Ingredients
- 2–3 medium potatoes (Yukon Gold or russet work best)
- 1–2 tsp olive oil (optional but helps crispiness)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper
- Optional seasonings:
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Onion powder
- Italian seasoning
🔪 Prep
- Wash and peel (optional) the potatoes
- Slice into thin rounds (about ⅛–¼ inch thick)
👉 Try to keep slices even so they cook evenly
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C)
- Season
Toss slices with oil, salt, and spices - Arrange in basket
- Single layer is best
- Slight overlap is okay, but don’t overcrowd
- Air fry
- Cook 12–15 minutes
- Shake or flip halfway through
- Finish crisping
Add 2–3 more minutes if you want extra crispy edges
🔥 Tips for Best Results
- Soak slices in cold water 10–20 mins → removes starch = crispier
- Pat them completely dry before cooking
- Don’t overcrowd—cook in batches if needed
- Thinner slices = crispier chips
- Thicker slices = softer, roasted-style potatoes
❓ Q&A
❓ Do I need oil?
No—but a small amount helps them crisp and brown better.
❓ Why are my potatoes not crispy?
- Too crowded
- Too much moisture
- Slices too thick
- Not enough cooking time
❓ Can I make them like chips?
Yes!
- Slice super thin
- Cook at 350°F a bit longer
- Watch closely so they don’t burn
❓ Can I use sweet potatoes?
Absolutely—same method, just add 2–3 extra minutes.
🌟 Flavor Ideas
- Parmesan + garlic
- Chili + lime
- Cajun seasoning
- Ranch seasoning
