Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor, these Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes are the ultimate delicious breakfast side dish!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
There are a lot of ways to make home fries, but air frying is hands-down the best way (and fastest way!) to get that crispy texture without the hassle of deep frying.
And whether you're serving them with a fried egg, wrapping them up in breakfast burritos, or pairing them with air fryer bacon, these crispy potatoes are a great addition to any hearty breakfast.
And the best part? They come together in just 15-20 minutes with minimal oil-all thanks to the magic of air frying!
Here's why this breakfast potatoes air fryer recipe is a total game-changer:
- Crispy Exterior, Fluffy Inside - The high heat from the hot air in the air fryer basket gives you that golden brown perfection.
- Less Oil, Same Crunch - Unlike vegetable oil or butter-heavy recipes, this easy recipe uses just a little olive oil for that crispy goodness.
- Super Versatile - You can swap red potatoes for russet potatoes, Yukon gold potatoes, or even sweet potatoes depending on your personal preference!
- Seasoned to Perfection - A mix of garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and fresh herbs creates the best breakfast potatoes that are savory, flavorful, and totally irresistible.
- Easy Way to Meal Prep - Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat them for a quick breakfast throughout the week! They'll stay fresh for 3-4 days.
Ingredients & Substitutions
This simple recipe for air fryer potatoes uses simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen!
- Red Potatoes: These cook up fast and crisp up beautifully! Swap for Yukon gold potatoes, russet potatoes, or Maris Piper potatoes.
- Olive Oil: Helps achieve that crispy exterior without too much grease.
- Kosher Salt & Black Pepper: Essential for seasoning!
- Garlic Powder & Onion Powder: The ultimate duo for flavor-packed seasoned potatoes.
- Paprika: Adds a subtle smokiness and helps with that golden brown color.
- Herbs de Provence: Or swap for rosemary, thyme, or any fresh herbs you love.
- Bell Peppers & Onions: These give the best results when added toward the end of the cooking time.
- Scallions: Totally optional, but a great addition for a pop of freshness!
- Hot Sauce: Because a little heat makes everything better - especially these delicious air fryer breakfast potatoes!
How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
PREHEAT & SEASON: Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F if necessary. Meanwhile, toss the diced potatoes in olive oil, half the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and herbs de Provence.
AIR FRY IN A SINGLE LAYER: Add the potatoes to the air fryer basket in a single layer-this is key for a crispy texture! Set the timer for 15-20 minutes and start cooking.
GIVE THEM A GOOD SHAKE: Shake the basket after 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
ADD BELL PEPPERS & ONIONS: Toss the bell peppers and onions in the same bowl the potatoes were in so they absorb any leftover seasoning. With 5 minutes left on the timer, add them to the air fryer and continue cooking.
SERVE & ENJOY: Transfer your crispy breakfast potatoes to a serving dish, season to taste, and top with fresh herbs and a dollop of sour cream if desired. Serve with sunny side eggs, air fryer bacon, or breakfast burritos for the perfect breakfast side dish!
Storage & Reheating Tips
➡️ Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
➡️ Reheating: The best way to reheat is in the air fryer at 400 degrees F for 3-5 minutes.
FAQs & Tips for the Best Breakfast Potatoes
Red potatoes and Yukon gold potatoes crisp up beautifully, but russet potatoes work too for a fluffier inside!
Yep! Just adjust the cook time by adding a few extra minutes since sweet potatoes take longer to crisp up.
Absolutely! Store them in an airtight container, and they'll last 3-4 days
More Recipes to Try
These air fryer breakfast potatoes are a great side dish on a classic breakfast plate with eggs, bacon and toast. However, here are some new recipes that would also be delicious additions.
- French Toast Casserole
- Hawaiian Roll French Toast with Cinnamon Sugar
- Ultimate Bagel Breakfast Sandwich Recipe (Egg, Ham & Cheese)
- Eggslut Sandwich - Fairfax Inspired Breakfast Recipe
- Easy Guava Pastries Recipe with Cream Cheese (Pastelitos)
Recipe
15 Minute Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups Red Potatoes chopped into half inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt divided
- ¼ teaspoon Paprika
- ¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ¼ teaspoon Herbs de Provence or rosemary or thyme
- ¼ cup Bell Pepper (any color works fine!) finely diced
- ¼ cup Sweet Onion finely diced
- 2 stalks Green Onions for garnish if desired
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees if necessary.
- Meanwhile, add potatoes, olive oil, half the salt, and all of the paprika, garlic powder and herbs de provence to a mixing bowl and toss everything together.
- Pour the potatoes in the air fryer basket and shake them so they're spaced evenly apart. Set the timer for 15 minutes then press start.
- Shake once more when 5 minutes have passed.
- Meanwhile, add the peppers, onions, and remaining salt to the bowl that the potatoes were in. Stir it up so that the leftover potato seasoning and olive oil cover the onions and peppers.
- When there's 5 minutes left of the potatoes cook time, take the basket out, add the peppers and onions on top and continue cooking until the timer goes off.
- Pour the potatoes into a serving bowl and taste. Season with more salt and pepper if necessary. **Add chopped scallions and hot sauce for garnish if you'd like!**
Notes
Debbie Ritter says
Yummy