Description
Delightfully crispy and flavorful air fryer baby red potatoes seasoned with garlic, onion, Italian herbs, smoked paprika, and parmesan cheese. Perfect as a quick and easy side dish that is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Potatoes
- 1 lb. baby red potatoes, washed and halved
Seasonings and Oil
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Finishing Touches
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- Lemon juice, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Toss the Potatoes: In a large bowl, combine the halved baby red potatoes with extra-virgin olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, grated parmesan cheese, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Toss thoroughly to ensure all potatoes are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Preheat and Air Fry: Place the seasoned potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the basket to allow proper air circulation. Set the air fryer to 400°F and cook the potatoes for 10 minutes.
- Shake and Continue Cooking: After the first 10 minutes, carefully shake the air fryer basket to turn and stir the potatoes for even browning. Continue to cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, until the potatoes are golden brown, crispy on the outside, and tender inside.
- Serve: Transfer the crispy potatoes to a serving plate. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a bright finish. Serve hot.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure the potatoes get crispy.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the size of your potatoes and air fryer model; adjust accordingly.
- Parmesan cheese adds a savory crunch but can be omitted for a dairy-free version.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the air fryer for best crispness.
- For extra flavor, toss the potatoes with fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme before cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American