Air Fryer Diced Potatoes

Name: Air Fryer Diced Potatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1½ pounds small potatoes ((about 15 to 20 small potatoes)*); ½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (*); 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ½ tablespoon garlic ((minced)*); 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary ((chopped)*)

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Air fryer diced potatoes are easy and delicious! Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, they are the perfect side dish for any meal.

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Air frying makes potatoes crisp and fluffy with minimal cooking and prep time. These diced potatoes are similar to home fries, and are an easy side dish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Using fresh herbs and the perfect combination of seasonings, this recipe is a great example of how simple ingredients make a dish shine. It also avoids ultra-processed ingredients that may be found in packaged versions.

While you have the air fryer handy, check out these air fryer roasted peanuts! They make a great appetizer for these potatoes. If you're looking for a tasty main dish to go with these potatoes, I recommend this air fryer chicken sausage recipe. It is quick, easy, and pairs perfectly with these potatoes.

If you're a fellow potato enthusiast hungry for more, check out these KitchenAid mashed potatoes. They are so easy and make the fluffiest mashed potatoes ever.

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Ingredients

Ingredient Notes

Small potatoes: red, fingerling, or creamer potatoes are great options. Their thin skins crisp perfectly in the air fryer while the insides stay light and fluffy. Potatoes are the dream for anyone looking to cook cozy, nostalgic dishes with simple ingredients. All they need is simple seasonings to taste delicious. Potatoes are also rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
Extra virgin olive oil: I prefer using extra virgin because it is less processed than regular olive oil. With less processing, it may retain more vitamins and antioxidants, which may help prevent inflammation and chronic disease. It's also a great source of heart healthy fats.
Garlic: this recipe uses minced garlic, which mixes evenly with the other seasonings. I use fresh garlic because it has the best flavor and avoids extra ingredients that may be found in jarred versions.
Rosemary: fresh rosemary pairs beautifully with the garlic and olive oil to give these potatoes a cozy, homestyle feel. Using fresh herbs is also more flavorful than using dried.

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Substitutions and Variations

Oil: you can substitute the olive oil with an oil of your choice. Avocado oil is a great option.
Herbs: the fresh rosemary can be substituted with dried. A good rule of thumb is to use 1 teaspoon of dried herbs to replace every tablespoon of fresh. You can also add different herbs in addition to, or in place of, the rosemary. Thyme pairs well with potatoes.
Garlic powder: this can be used to substitute the fresh minced garlic.
Seasoning: have fun experimenting with different seasonings! Smoked paprika, cumin, onion powder, or chili powder are delicious options.
Garnish: add a pop of color with a pretty garnish! It's a great way to enhance the appearance of the final dish. Fresh chopped parsley is delicious and the green contrasts perfectly with the potatoes.

Instructions

Small potatoes are diced into even-sized pieces.

Step 1: Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Wash the potatoes and pat them dry with a kitchen towel. Dice the potatoes into small cubes about ½ to 1 inch in size.

Diced potatoes, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic, and rosemary are mixed together.

Step 2: Place the potatoes in a large mixing bowl. Add the olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic, and rosemary. Toss together until the potatoes are well-coated.

The potatoes are placed in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

Step 3: Place the seasoned potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid over-crowding for even cooking. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook them in batches.

The potatoes are air fried until they are golden and crispy.

Step 4: Air fry the potatoes for 20 to 25 minutes, until they are golden and crispy on the outside and fork-tender on the inside. Shake the basket halfway through the cook time so the potatoes cook evenly. Enjoy!

Equipment

Air fryer: I have the 5.8 quart Cosori air fryer and love it!
Garlic press
Mixing bowl
Food scale or measuring cups
Measuring spoons

Storage

Store the cooked potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.

See the USDA Leftovers and Food Safety guide for more information.

Expert tips

Dice the potatoes into even sized pieces. This helps them to cook evenly.
Shake the air fryer basket halfway through the cook time to help the potatoes get crispy on all sides.
Arrange the potatoes evenly in a single layer in the air fryer basket. This ensures the potatoes crisp up evenly when cooking. If you have a smaller air fryer, you may need to cook the potatoes in batches.

FAQ

Why are my potatoes not cooking in an air fryer?

An air fryer cooks by convection, which circulates hot air around food. If your potatoes are not cooking in an air fryer, it's possible that the hot air is not able to reach all sides of the food. Check to make sure that the potatoes are arranged in a single layer in the air fryer basket. If you have a smaller air fryer, you may need to cook the potatoes in batches for best results. Carefully shaking the basket, or turning the potatoes, halfway through the cook time also helps the potatoes to cook.

How do you know when potatoes are done in an air fryer?

Potatoes cooked in an air fryer are done when the outsides are crispy and golden and the insides are fluffy when pierced with a fork.

Are potatoes better in an oven or air fryer?

Both an oven or an air fryer can be used to cook potatoes. An air fryer is often preferred because it makes the potatoes perfectly crispy and fluffy with minimal cooking and prep needed.

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