Crispy Air Fryer Ranch Potatoes
Description
Crispy Air Fryer Ranch Potatoes need just 3 ingredients and 25 minutes. Golden crispy edges, fluffy centers, and bold ranch flavor — the easiest side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 4 medium)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning mix, or one 1-ounce packet
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt, to taste (optional — ranch mix is already salty)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or chives, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Scrub the potatoes and pat them completely dry. Cut into even 1-inch cubes. Drying them well is what gives you crispy edges instead of steamed ones.
- Add the potatoes to a large bowl, drizzle with the olive oil, and toss until every piece is lightly coated.
- Sprinkle the ranch seasoning over the potatoes and toss again until evenly coated. Oil first, then seasoning — the oil is what makes it stick.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- Spread the potatoes in the basket in a single layer. Cook in batches if needed — do not overcrowd.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes, shaking the basket every 6–7 minutes, until the edges are deep golden brown and a fork slides in easily.
- Taste and add salt if needed. Garnish with parsley or chives and serve hot.
Equipment
- Parchment Paper
- Cooking Spray
Notes
- Potatoes: Yukon Gold is best, but baby red, baby gold, fingerling (halved), or russet all work. Cut everything to the same size.
- Extra crispy: Soak the cubed potatoes in cold water for 15 minutes, then dry completely before oiling.
- Homemade ranch seasoning: Whisk 2 Tbsp dried parsley, 1 Tbsp dried dill, 1 Tbsp onion powder, 1 Tbsp garlic powder, 1 tsp dried chives, 1 tsp kosher salt, and ½ tsp black pepper. Makes exactly 3 tablespoons.
- Oven method: Roast at 425°F for 25–30 minutes on a parchment-lined sheet, flipping once.
- Storage: Airtight container in the fridge up to 4 days. Reheat at 375°F in the air fryer for 3–4 minutes. Do not freeze.
- Cheesy version: Add ½ cup shredded cheddar in the last 2 minutes of cooking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 224kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 1436mgPotassium: 722mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 88IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg