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Crispy Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes (Diner-Style in 20 Minutes)

Crispy Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes (Diner-Style in 20 Minutes)

4.80 from 5 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Description

These air fryer breakfast potatoes deliver crispy edges, soft centers, and classic diner flavor with simple pantry spices fast.

Ingredients 

  • 1.5 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, to finish (optional)

Instructions

  • Cube the potatoes into even ½-inch pieces.
  • Add to a large bowl with the oil, salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
  • Spread the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  • Air fry at 400°F for 18 minutes, shaking the basket at the 8- and 14-minute marks.
  • Check for doneness — the edges should be deep golden brown and a knife should slide in easily. Cook 2-3 minutes more if needed.
  • Finish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Notes

Notes

  • Use Yukon gold for the best balance of creamy interior and crispy edges. Russets and red potatoes also work.
  • Do not crowd the basket — single layer only. Cook in batches if needed.
  • No preheat and no soak required.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 447mgPotassium: 731mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 127IUVitamin C: 34mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 1mg