Air Fryer Baby Potatoes are easy to prep and roast up crispy and tender in the air fryer! All you need are a few simple ingredients and you can have this healthy side dish on the table in less than 25 minutes!
*This post was originally published in February 2019. It has been updated with some new photos and text, including helpful tips for readers and adjustments to the recipe.
Who doesn’t love a quick and easy side dish that requires minimal prep time and ingredients?!
This air fryer roast potato recipe has been a favourite of ours for a while. The potatoes turn out soft and tender in the middle and the skin gets nice and crispy on the outside. And the best part? You don’t need a lot of oil, so these potatoes make a deliciously healthy addition to just about any meal.
More air fryer potato recipes
If you love air fryer potatoes like we do, you’ll also want to try these:
- Air Fryer Home Fries
- Air Fryer Potato Wedges
- Air Fryer Potato Slices
- Air Fryer Parmesan Potatoes
- Air Fryer Potato Cakes
And, for more side dishes, check out these air fryer carrots, air fryer beets and air fryer radishes! Or, just head over to this collection of air fryer side dishes!
Ingredients for this air fryer baby potatoes recipe
- Baby potatoes
- Lime juice
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Chili powder
- Sea salt
How to roast potatoes in the air fryer
- Cut the baby potatoes in half and add them to a large bowl. Coat them with lime juice and drain off any excess juice.
- Add the remaining ingredients and toss the potatoes until well coated.
- Arrange the potatoes in a single layer in your air fryer basket and air fry on 400F for 15-18 minutes.
Are air fried potatoes healthy?
Potatoes on their own are a great source of vitamins and minerals. While adding oil does add calories, this recipe only calls for one tablespoon of oil. So one serving of these potatoes (about 2/3 cup) is 95 calories and a good source of fibre and vitamin C (see nutrition info in the recipe card below).
Do you need to boil the potatoes first? Can you air fry raw potatoes?
No need to boil the potatoes first. Just season them raw and place them in the air fryer.
What’s the best temperature for air frying potatoes?
While I usually set my air fryer to 350F for many recipes, I find these potatoes achieve the best texture in the quickest amount of time at 400F.
Does it matter what kind of air fryer I use?
I’ve made this recipe in both the Cuisinart air fryer/convection/toaster oven and the Philips air fryer, and there was no difference in the temperature settings or air frying time. The only difference is capacity. The Philips is smaller, so I opted to air fry the potatoes in two batches. If your air fryer has a smaller capacity, you can also just half the recipe.
How do you reheat air fryer potatoes?
While these potatoes are best served immediately, if you have any leftover you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To get them crispy again, just place them on a baking sheet and reheat in the oven, or pop them back in the air fryer for a few minutes. I don’t recommend reheating them in the microwave.
Recipe tips and substitutions
- I used pre-washed baby potatoes in this recipe in order to save time. If you don’t have pre-washed potatoes, just make sure you wash and scrub your potatoes and pat them dry with a towel before seasoning them.
- I used a mix of red, yellow and blue potatoes, but you can use whatever variety you like.
- I like to cut the baby potatoes in half, but you can also air fry them whole. Just note that you may need to increase the air frying time by a few minutes depending on the size of your potatoes.
- If you don’t have baby potatoes, you can use regular-sized potatoes and cut them into roughly 1-inch chunks.
- This recipe uses a chili lime seasoning, but you can change it up and use different herbs and spices. A simple garlic, salt and pepper blend is also delicious.
- You’ll want to time your potatoes so they’re ready when you’re ready to eat. If they’re left sitting for too long, they will lose some of their crispiness.
Ways to serve these baby potatoes
We love them with a selection of dips. This creamy jalapeño dip is a current fave. We also enjoy this chipotle dip and this roasted red pepper dip.
If you’re going the side dish route, these potatoes work nicely with jalapeño turkey burgers, air fryer turkey burgers or air fryer chicken patties.
They’re also a great option to pair with air fryer pork schnitzel, air fryer cod or this air fryer salmon!
And for brunching, I highly recommend them served up as spicy breakfast potatoes with a quiche, frittata or air fryer quiche.
More air fryer recipes
- Air Fryer Butternut Squash Home Fries
- Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
- Air Fryer Tortilla Chips
- Air Fryer Chickpeas
- Air Fryer Gnocchi
- Air Fryer Pita Chips
- Air Fryer Snap Peas
If you make these easy potatoes in your air fryer, I would love to know what you think in the comments below!
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PrintAir Fryer Baby Potatoes (Easy Side Dish)
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Side Dishes
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: American
Description
Air Fryer Baby Potatoes are easy to prep and roast up crispy and tender in the air fryer! All you need are a few simple ingredients and you can have this healthy side dish on the table in less than 25 minutes!
Ingredients
- 4 cups baby potatoes, skin on, pre-washed and halved (see note)
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Place potatoes in a large bowl and coat them with lime juice. Drain any excess juice.
- Add the oil, chili powder and sea salt and stir until potatoes are well coated.
- Arrange the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Roast on 400F for 15-18 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender with crispy edges. You can check on them after 7-8 minutes and give them a shake or stir.
- Serve immediately (while hot and crispy).
Notes
- I used pre-washed baby potatoes in this recipe in order to save time. (They’re readily available at most grocery stores). If you don’t have pre-washed potatoes, just make sure you wash and scrub your potatoes and pat them dry with a towel before seasoning them. Note that this will add to the prep time for this recipe.
- Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to air fry these potatoes in two batches. You can also just half the recipe, or you can overlap the potatoes and increase the cooking time by a few minutes. Just make sure to toss them a few times to ensure even cooking.
- Be sure to check out the tips and substitutions section above the recipe for more detailed advice and suggestions for making this recipe.
Terri says
I’d so love an air fryer, but sadly I have a small appliance obsession and too little space :(. But if I do sacrifice something else and get one, I’ll definitely be making this recipe- it looks sooo good!
Leanne says
Haha! Thanks Terri! I understand the small appliance obsession!
Kim says
I just know I would not be able to stop eating these crispy little morsels of deliciousness. And that dip? Oh, yum!
Leanne says
Thanks Kim! The cashew dip is a must try!
Danielle Wolter says
these look like the most delicious crispy fried potatoes! i need an air fryer. But that jalapeno cashew sauce….i’d eat that on anything!
Leanne says
Thanks Danielle! We love our air fryer! And I will admit, the cashew sauce has been enjoyed with many different savoury dishes in our house. It’s so versatile!
Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness says
I think I might want to buy an air fryer JUST to make these potatoes!! And the dip?? You got me drooling!
Also, I like your tip to get prewashed potatoes. Never got those before, but they sound like a major time saver!
Leanne says
Thanks Cathleen! I air fry a lot of things lately, but the air fryer would have been worth it just for air frying potatoes! And I’m all about any pre-washed produce and saving time wherever I can!
Aleta says
Wow… YUM!! I am drooling over here and can not wait until our next appetizer night (which happens often around here) to make these beauties! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Leanne says
Thanks Aleta! Appetizer night happens quite a bit around here too! Hope you like these as much as we do!
Elaine Benoit says
An air fryer is on my list of things to buy this year. Now I have a reason to get it asap. These air-fryer roasted potatoes look so delicious and the dip looks outstanding.
Leanne says
Thanks Elaine! I’m so happy we finally bought an air fryer! We are getting so much use out of it!
Wanda says
This looks amazing and that Jalapeno Dip is screaming my name! I currently do not own an air fryer but one day! Totally saving this recipe!
Leanne says
Thanks Wanda! We are loving our air fryer! One of my favourite kitchen appliances lately!
Amanda says
That jalapeño cashew dip is ridiculously delicious! And I love how crispy the air fryer gets the potatoes. This will be a regular recipe for me.
Leanne says
Thanks Amanda! The cashew dip is one of our favourites, and goes perfectly with the potatoes. Would love to know what you think if you try the recipe!
Stacey @ The Sugar Coated Cottage says
I just love potatoes!!. These look fabulous and that dip is the “icing on the cake”. All that flavor and spice has me drooling 🙂 . Take care.
Leanne says
Thank you Stacey! Potatoes are a go-to side dish in our house. And we’re loving these for snacking too! Glad you like the look of the dip. It’s a keeper, for sure!
Marissa says
I’ve never used or eaten anything from an air fryer, but I’m convinced!! These potatoes look so crisp and delicious!! Love the dip too!
Have a wonderful weekend, my friend!
Leanne says
Thanks Marissa! I hadn’t air fried anything until a few months ago, and now I use it almost every day! Hope you had a good weekend too!
Donna says
Oh my gosh! These look AMAZING! I had no idea what an air fryer was until now. I need to investigate this contraption further. 😉 I love potatoes cooked in pretty much every way imaginable. The Cashew Jalapeno dip seems like a really delicious pairing with the potatoes. Must try!
Leanne says
Thanks Donna! We’re happy with our air fryer purchase, and roast potatoes in it quite a bit! The jalapeño dip is a new favourite. I’ve been making multiple batches a week!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
I do not have an air fryer yet, but a friend of mine does and loves it! These look delicious Leanne. And that jalpeno cashew dip sounds fabulous!
Leanne says
Thanks Mary Ann! I’m so glad we got one. It has been a welcomed addition in our house! Happy weekend!
Marie says
I’m so late to this party too. Hubby and I have been talking about getting an air-fryer for 2 years! We’ve just about decided we will. I’m pretty sure when I show him this recipe, we’ll be getting in the car to go get one. I also love those little tri-colour potatoes.
Leanne says
Thanks Marie! I’ve been buying these tri-colour pre-washed potatoes lately and they are so easy and perfect for the air fryer! Let me know if you get one!
Katherine | Love In My Oven says
Ok now I’m convinced I need to buy an air fryer!! These potatoes look AMAZING and I love that you’ve been doing other things like chickpeas and chicken thighs!! That dip is also so delicious looking, Leanne. You’ve got my stomach rumbling!
Leanne says
Thanks Katherine. Seriously, almost every meal I’m cooking something in the air fryer! Loving it so far!
Haylie Abele says
I love those tri-color baby potatoes! SO cute! I’ve been really thinking about investing in an air fryer and you’re definitely convincing me! They look so extra crunchy and delicious – and that cashew dip looks sooo creamy and spicy – the perfect balance! These would be awesome for an appetizer or hey, I would even eat them for a main dish! LOL! Happy Valentine’s Day, my friend!
Leanne says
Thanks Haylie! Eating them as a main dish sounds good to me! Hope you and your hubby had a great Valentine’s Day too!
annie@ciaochowbambina says
Wow! We just got my sister-in-law an air fryer – now I need one! These look amazing!! I love how crispy they are!!
Leanne says
Thanks Annie! We’re loving ours so far. And the crispy potatoes are on repeat!
Terry says
These look delicious! I’m going to have to get an air fryer now haha
Pics are amazing
Leanne says
Thanks Terry! I gotta say, we’re enjoying our air fryer so far!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food says
I love any type of roasted tato and then served with a delicious jalapeno dip? Yes please! I could totally make a meal out of just these and definitely prefer ’em over chocolate any day! Love how golden and crispy these are! Hope you guys have a wonderful Valentine’s Day, Leanne 🙂
Leanne says
Thanks Dawn! We had a lovely Valentine’s Day. I hope you guys did too. And I totally agree. I could make a meal on these potatoes and dip too!