Here’s a quick and easy recipe for Crispy Air Fryer Potato Slices golden on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and perfectly seasoned. These are great as a snack, side dish, or base for toppings like cheese, sour cream, or bacon bits.
🥔 Crispy Air Fryer Potato Slices
🍽️ Serves: 2–4
⏱️ Total Time: 25–30 minutes
🧑🍳 Skill Level: Easy
🧂 Ingredients
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2–3 medium potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet work best)
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1 ½ tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Optional: fresh parsley, grated Parmesan, or chili flakes for topping
🔪 Instructions
1. Prep the Potatoes
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Wash and scrub potatoes well (no need to peel unless you prefer).
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Slice into ¼-inch thick rounds (even slices = even cooking).
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Optional: Soak slices in cold water for 15–30 minutes to remove excess starch for max crispiness.
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Drain and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
2. Season
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In a bowl, toss the potato slices with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
3. Air Fry
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Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
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Place potato slices in a single layer in the basket (cook in batches if needed for best crisping).
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Air fry for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
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Keep an eye on them after 10 minutes — thin slices crisp up quickly.
4. Serve
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Transfer to a plate and immediately sprinkle with extra salt, herbs, or Parmesan if desired.
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Serve hot with your favorite dips: sour cream, ranch, spicy mayo, or ketchup.
🧄 Optional Flavor Ideas:
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Cheesy Ranch: Toss hot slices with a sprinkle of ranch seasoning and shredded cheddar.
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Spicy Kick: Add cayenne or chili powder to the seasoning mix.
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Garlic Butter: Toss finished slices with melted butter + minced garlic + parsley.
✅ Tips for Best Results
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Cut evenly: Use a mandoline for precise thickness if you have one.
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Don’t overcrowd: Overlapping = soggy spots.
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Crispier? Increase heat to 400°F (200°C) for the last 2–3 minutes.
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Leftovers: Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–5 minutes to bring the crisp back.