These garlic Parmesan air fryer potatoes have tender centers, crisp golden edges, and plenty of savory flavor. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C), then cook the potato slices for 15 to 18 minutes, flipping them halfway through. Evenly sliced potatoes and a mostly single layer are the keys to consistent browning.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Yukon Gold or russet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley, for serving
- Ranch dressing or garlic aioli, optional for dipping
Garlic powder works better than fresh minced garlic here because it coats the slices evenly and is less likely to burn during air frying.
How To Make It
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3 minutes.
- Scrub the potatoes and cut them into even 1/4-inch slices. There is no need to peel them. Pat the slices thoroughly dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels so they can crisp properly.
- Place the potatoes in a large bowl. Add the olive oil, half of the Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss until every slice is lightly coated.
- Arrange the slices in the air fryer basket in a mostly single layer. A small amount of overlap is fine, but avoid packing them tightly. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry for 15 to 18 minutes. Flip the slices individually after about 8 minutes, then continue cooking until the centers are tender and the edges are browned and crisp.
- Immediately sprinkle the hot potatoes with the remaining Parmesan. Garnish with parsley and serve while crisp.
Tips
- Cut the potatoes to a uniform thickness so they finish cooking at the same time. A mandoline makes this quick, but a sharp knife also works.
- Don’t skip drying the potatoes. Excess surface moisture encourages steaming instead of browning.
- Check the slices early if they are thinner than 1/4 inch, since they may be ready in 12 to 14 minutes.
- Leave space for hot air to circulate. Crowded slices will soften, so batches produce the crispiest results.
- For extra browning, air fry for another 1 to 2 minutes after adding the final Parmesan, watching carefully to prevent scorching.
Serve these crispy garlic Parmesan potato slices as an easy side dish, appetizer, or snack with your favorite dipping sauce.
