Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes (Printable Version)

Crisp golden potatoes with tender centers, seasoned and cooked to perfection for a classic morning side.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 1 ½ lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, diced into ½-inch cubes, skin on or peeled

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 small onion, diced
03 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced

→ Seasonings

04 - 2 tbsp olive oil
05 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
06 - ½ tsp garlic powder
07 - ½ tsp onion powder
08 - ½ tsp dried oregano
09 - ½ tsp salt, or to taste
10 - ¼ tsp ground black pepper

→ Optional Garnish

11 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Set the air fryer to 400°F and allow it to preheat.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine diced potatoes, onion, and bell pepper. Add olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss thoroughly to ensure an even coating.
03 - Spread the mixture evenly in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
04 - Air fry for 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to promote uniform browning.
05 - Check the potatoes for crispness. If needed, air fry an additional 3 to 5 minutes until the exterior is golden and crispy, with a tender interior.
06 - Transfer the cooked potatoes to a serving dish and sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • They crisp up in 20 minutes while you handle eggs or toast, no hovering required.
  • The smoked paprika adds a subtle depth that tastes way more interesting than plain breakfast potatoes.
  • One basket feeds four people, and there are never leftovers.
02 -
  • Don't skip the halfway shake—it's the difference between evenly golden potatoes and some that are crispy while others are pale.
  • Moisture is the enemy of crispness, so dry your potatoes thoroughly after dicing, especially if you soak them ahead of time.
03 -
  • Don't overcrowd the basket—work in batches if needed rather than pile everything in, because air fryer magic is all about good air circulation.
  • If you like extra crispy potatoes, give them an additional spray of cooking oil halfway through and extend the cooking time by another 2–3 minutes.
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