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Air Fryer Garlic Butter Hasselback Potatoes

Name: Air Fryer Garlic Butter Hasselback Potatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 4 medium sized Russet potatoes; 4 tablespoons melted butter; 1 teaspoon parsley; 1 teaspoon thyme; 1 teaspoon rosemary; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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Crisp and golden brown on the outside, soft and buttery on the inside, these Air Fryer garlic butter hasselback potatoes are the ultimate side dish!

Close-up of Air Fryer Garlic Butter Hasselback Potatoes garnished with fresh parsley.

If you love potatoes, and love using your Air Fryer, you’ve got to try this recipe. There’s just something magical about potatoes and an Air Fryer. Regardless of what you’re trying to make, air frying just takes those humble potatoes to the next level.

Being obsessed that I am, I’ve tried everything from Air Fryer chili lime potatoes and air fried Greek potatoes to Air Fryer cheesy potatoes and crispy Parmesan crusted potatoes.

And then, I got the chance to try making accordion potatoes in the Air Fryer, and oh my, I was blown away by the texture and crispness.

Those thin, crispy slices were what inspired me to try making these hasselback potatoes too, and I’m so happy I did!

Why You’ll Love this Recipe

Loaded with flavor: No one can resist the deliciousness of rich, buttery and crispy potatoes.
Versatile: Be it a casual dinner or a special occasion, regardless of what you’re cooking, these potatoes are going to be perfect. Plus, you can customize them too.
Quick and easy: Air frying is so much better than baking, especially when it comes to making these hasselback potatoes. You’ll get the perfect crispy and fluffy potatoes every single time.
Super fancy: They look SO fancy and elegant, and can be a great side dish to serve with practically any of your mains, and are best for serving at a party you’re hosting.

Ingredients For the Air Fryer Garlic Butter Hasselback Potatoes Recipe

Potatoes: Russet potatoes are the perfect starchy potatoes you’ll want to use for this recipe. They crisp up perfectly on the outside, and have a nice and fluffy inside.
Butter: Use salted butter for the perfect moist, rich and golden deliciousness on the potatoes.
Garlic: Fresh garlic is undoubtedly the best choice here. Garlic powder could work too, but fresh is best!
Seasonings: To season, I just used a bit of salt and black pepper and let the garlic herb butter shine!
Herbs: Fresh parsley is what I went for, but you could use any other fresh herb of your choice too!

Variations & Substitutions

Top the air fried hasselback potatoes with some bacon bits before popping them in the Air Fryer. The combination of garlic butter and bacon is a treat for the taste buds.
Use a mix of different herbs like thyme, rosemary and sage to infuse the potatoes with lots of aromatic flavors.
To lend the crispy hasselback potatoes a spicy kick, sprinkle a bit of cayenne or red pepper flakes onto them before you air fry them.
Top the potatoes with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese to lend them a cheesy, nutty flavor.
You can also sprinkle some lemon zest over the potatoes to bring a nice tangy flavor to them.

How to Make Air Fryer Garlic Butter Hasselback Potatoes

Prep potatoes: Start by washing and drying the potatoes.

Slice time: Use a hasselback tool or two chopsticks to make thin slices into your potato, leaving around ½ inch at the bottom

Make garlic butter: In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, butter and herbs of your choice.

Air fry time: Place the potatoes into the Air Fryer basket and brush them with the garlic butter such that it is nicely coated all throughout. Air fry for 15-20 minutes or until they are crispy.

Tips & Tricks to Make Garlic Butter Hasselback Potatoes in the Air Fryer

Choose medium sized potatoes to get the best balance of flavor and texture. Larger potatoes can be harder to work with, and may take longer to cook too.
Use a sharp knife to get the perfect clean cuts without needing to put in a lot of effort. Take your time to slice the potatoes perfectly- it makes all the difference!
Place two chopsticks or skewers on either side of each potato while you’re slicing it. This will help keep you from accidentally slicing too deep into it.
Soak the sliced potatoes in cold water for some time before you air fry them. Doing this helps remove the excess starch, which makes the potatoes crispy.
Remember to pat dry the potatoes to remove excess moisture. This is again, a great trick to help them get super crispy.
Get creative with the toppings! Use sour cream, fresh herbs or grated cheese to elevate these garlic butter hasselback potatoes.
Keep the peel or skin the potatoes before you air fry them- it is totally up to you!

Storage Instructions

Refrigeration: Hasselback potatoes typically lose their crispy texture once they start to cool down, which is why, I would recommend making them fresh, only as much as needed. If you do have some leftovers that you want to use for later, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They should stay good for 2-3 days.

Reheating: To reheat the potatoes, pop them in the Air Fryer again or microwave them until they have warmed up.

Serving Ideas & Suggestions

These hasselback potatoes are my favorite side dish to make and serve with Air Fryer steakhouse wings or grilled flank steak.

If you’re looking for a dish centered around a lean protein choice which could work well with these potatoes, try my Ninja Foodi garlic chicken or Air Fryer turkey thighs.

And if you’re still looking for some more inspiration, check out my detailed post about what to serve with hasselback potatoes.

FAQs

Can I use another kind of potato for this recipe? If you can’t find Russet potatoes, try using Yukon Gold or Red potatoes. They have similar starchiness and end up having almost the same crispy texture as Russet potatoes do, when air fried.

Can I make these in advance? I wouldn’t recommend air frying these hasselback potatoes in advance, as they can lose their crispiness. You can slice and soak them in advance though- a few hours before you intend to cook them.

Can I use olive oil instead of butter? You can! If you’re looking to make vegan hasselback potatoes in the Air Fryer, swap the butter for olive oil and follow the rest of the recipe as-is.

Can I make hasselback potatoes in the oven? Absolutely! Just bake the potatoes in a preheated oven at 375°F for about 40 minutes or more, until they’re nice and crispy.

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