If you’re looking for a quick, versatile side dish, these air fryer potato slices are it. Crispy on the edges, tender on the inside, and seasoned with a simple blend of everyday spices and herbs. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re perfect for appetizers, a snack, or a side for a weeknight dinner.
Why You’ll Love this recipe
- Quick and easy: Ready in 30 minutes with no complicated steps.
- Budget-friendly and made with simple ingredients you already have in your pantry.
- Versatile: Works as a side dish, snack, or even a base for toppings, think loaded fries.
- Customizable: Switch up the seasoning, try smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, or even a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
- Family-friendly: this recipe is such a crowd-pleaser and the whole family will love it.
What you will need
Medium-sized potatoes: I used Mari piper potatoes, but any starchy potatoes will work for this recipe. Most potato types can be used with this recipe, including red potatoes, Yukon gold potatoes, and baby potatoes, among others.
Salt and black pepper to taste
Olive oil: Substitute with avocado oil, air fryer cooking oil spray, or any other neutral cooking oil of your choice.
Cajun seasoning
Italian seasoning
How to Make Air Fryer Potato Slices
Prep the potatoes: Wash and scrub the potatoes clean. You can peel them if you prefer, but leaving the skins on adds extra texture and flavor. Using a sharp knife, slice into ¼-inch rounds. Keeping the slices uniform helps them cook evenly. There is no need to soak the potatoes in cold water before cooking.
Season: In a large bowl, toss the slices with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until everything is well coated.
Air fry: Arrange the slices in a single layer in your air fryer basket (cook in batches if needed). Cook at 400°F/200°C for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp on the edges.
Serve: Enjoy them straight away while they’re hot and perfectly crisp with your choice of dipping sauce.
Note: the thickness of the potato slices will determine the total cooking time.
What to Serve It With
Air fryer potato slices are incredibly versatile. Serve them as a side with grilled chicken, steak, or fish. They’re also great with burgers, sandwiches and many more. If you’re making them as a snack or appetizer, dip them in ranch, Dijonnaise, sriracha mayo, sour cream, bacon aioli, or ketchup.
How to Store It
If you have leftovers, let the potato slices cool completely, then store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, pop them back in the air fryer at 375°F (180°C) for 3–5 minutes to restore their crispiness. Avoid microwaving, as that will make them soft and soggy.
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Air Fryer Potato Slices
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized potatoes
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and scrub the potatoes clean. You can peel them if you prefer, but leaving the skins on adds extra texture and flavor. Slice into ¼-inch rounds. Keeping the slices uniform helps them cook evenly.
- In a large bowl, toss the slices with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until everything is well coated.
- Arrange the potato slices in a single layer in your air fryer basket (cook in batches if needed). Cook at 400°F/200°C for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp on the edges.
- Enjoy them straight away while they’re hot and perfectly crisp.
Nutrition
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