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Crispy Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

by Donya Mullins 17 Comments This post may contain affiliate links.

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Air Fryer Baby Potatoes tossed in butter, salt, pepper, and parsley are totally irresistible! Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these easy-to-make potatoes are great served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Don’t let this simple recipe fool you. These potatoes will become your new family’s favorite side dish in no time.

These potatoes are a favorite for my family, served with Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Balsamic Pork Roast and Tomato Cucumber Salad.

Air Fryer Baby Potatoes are tossed in butter, salt, pepper and parsley for a side dish that's irresistible. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside these easy to make potatoes are great served for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

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Sometimes, things need to be kept straightforward and simple, right? Well, that’s what I think when it comes to certain foods. Too often, folks add so many “extras” to a recipe that you can’t recognize what the main ingredient is.

When I’m cooking, I like to let good ingredients speak for themselves. That’s where these potatoes come in.

Recently, I picked up some baby potatoes at the grocery and I knew I wanted to cook them in my air fryer. I’d had great success cooking sweet potatoes in the air fryer, so I was sure the red potatoes would turn out great.

I love using the air fryer for a number of reasons. It’s easy to use, cooks food perfectly, and clean-up is a breeze. So, when I got home, I was playing around with just how I wanted my recipe to come together when the idea came to me.

If I cooked those beautiful, simple potatoes perfectly, they wouldn’t need a bunch of stuff added to them. Boom. That was it, and I had a plan.

Air Fryer Baby Potatoes are tossed in butter, salt, pepper and parsley for a side dish that's irresistible. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside these easy to make potatoes are great served for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

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What Goes Into Air Fryer Baby Potatoes?

  • Baby Potatoes
  • Olive Oil
  • Butter
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Sea Salt
  • Fresh Cracked Pepper
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Air Fryer Baby Potatoes are tossed in butter, salt, pepper and parsley for a side dish that's irresistible. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside these easy to make potatoes are great served for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

Tips For Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes

  1. Use the right type of potatoes: Red potatoes, baby red potatoes or baby potatoes work well for this recipe. Avoid using large baking potatoes, as they may not cook evenly in the air fryer.
  2. If needed, cut the potatoes into uniform sizes: Cut the potatoes into evenly-sized pieces, so they cook evenly in the air fryer.
  3. Toss with oil: Toss the potatoes with a little bit of oil, such as olive oil, before adding them to the air fryer. This will help them crisp up and prevent them from sticking to the air fryer basket.
  4. Cook in batches: To ensure even cooking, cook the potatoes in batches, rather than overcrowding the air fryer basket.
Air Fryer Baby Potatoes are tossed in butter, salt, pepper and parsley for a side dish that's irresistible. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside these easy to make potatoes are great served for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

How To Make Air Fryer Baby Potatoes 

These potatoes are so easy to make and delicious that you’ll be wondering how you’ve lived without them! 

  • Wash and dry the potatoes. Place them in a large bowl and drizzle on a tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle on salt. Toss the potatoes in the oil and salt making sure they are all coated.
  • Next, put the potatoes in the air fryer. Set the temperature to 400 degrees and timer to 20 minutes. At the 10 minute mark, halfway through cooking, remove the basket, shake then place back in the air fryer to continue cooking.
  • While potatoes are cooking, melt butter. When potatoes are done, transfer them to a bowl and drizzle on butter. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and parsley and toss, coating the potatoes. 
  • Serve immediately and savor each yummy bite!

Commonly Asked Questions

Can I use other types of potatoes besides baby potatoes?

Yes, you can use any type of potato that you like, but keep in mind that the cooking time may vary depending on the size of the potato.

Can I use dried herbs instead of fresh herbs?

Yes, you can use dried herbs instead of fresh herbs, but use a smaller amount as they are more concentrated.

Do I need to oil the potatoes before air frying them?

Yes, coating the potatoes with a small amount of oil will help them crisp up and prevent them from sticking to the air fryer basket.

How long should I air fry the potatoes?

Cook the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit, shaking the basket occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Can I make these potatoes ahead of time?

Yes, you can make the potatoes ahead of time and reheat them in the air fryer or in the oven before serving.

Air Fryer Baby Potatoes are tossed in butter, salt, pepper and parsley for a side dish that's irresistible. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside these easy to make potatoes are great served for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

What To Serve With Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

  • Crock Pot Chicken Thighs
  • Best Roasted Pork Tenderloin
  • Easy London Broil
  • Crock Pot Country Style Pork Ribs
  • Sheet Pan Hamburger Steak with Onions and Mushrooms
Air Fryer Baby Potatoes are tossed in butter, salt, pepper and parsley for a side dish that's irresistible. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside these easy to make potatoes are great served for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
5 from 10 votes

Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

Author: Donya Mullins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 3 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 107kcal
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Air Fryer Baby Potatoes tossed in butter, salt, pepper, and parsley are totally irresistible! Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside these easy to make potatoes are great served for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Don't let this simple recipe fool you. These potatoes will become your new family favorite side dish in no time.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients

  • 1 1.5 pound bag baby red potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter – melted
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt or Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

  • Wash and dry potatoes. Place them in a large bowl and drizzle on olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
  • Add potatoes to the air fryer. Set temperature to 400 degrees. Set timer to 20 minutes. Press start. At 10 minute mark, halfway through cooking, remove the basket and shake. Place the basket back in air fryer and cook the remaining 10 minutes.
  • Place cooked potatoes in serving bowl. Drizzle on butter, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and parsley. Toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Notes

To Make Ahead
  • You can make the potatoes ahead of time and reheat them in the air fryer or in the oven before serving.
How To Store
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
 
Nutritional values provided are an estimate and will vary depending on the brands used.

Nutrition

Calories: 107kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.3g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 12g
Air Fryer Baby Potatoes are tossed in butter, salt, pepper and parsley for a side dish that's irresistible. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside these easy to make potatoes are great served for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
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  1. Shellie

    September 26, 2022 at 12:06 am

    These are impressively good, especially for how simple they are. I’ve made them twice now and have stuck to the recipe, but I do find I need to add some table salt at the end because not enough of the sea salt will stick. This is easily one of my favorite side dishes already – partially because of the taste, partially because of how easy they are. I’m slow at prep work so I usually spend that time on the main dish and skimp on the side dish. I don’t feel like I’m skimping with this one!

    Reply
    • Donya

      September 26, 2022 at 8:10 am

      Hey there Shellie!
      My goodness, I am so happy to hear that you’ve been enjoying this recipe! I designed this dish to fill that exact purpose, I wanted something that’s super simple to prepare but doesn’t skimp on flavor so that I can focus on making the main dish, so I’m absolutely thrilled to hear that this recipe has worked for you! If you like this dish, you should check out my other Air Fryer Potato Recipes, they’re all incredibly simple to make and I have many variations for you to choose from so you can mix up the sides, a personal favorite of mine are the Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potatoes. Thank you so much for your kind words of support and your phenomenal rating, if you ever have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask!
      ~Donya

      Reply
  2. April Leon

    May 28, 2022 at 4:14 pm

    Great!

    Reply
    • Donya

      May 29, 2022 at 9:17 am

      Hey there April!
      Thank you so much for your fantastic rating, I am so glad to hear that you enjoyed this recipe! Let me know if you ever have any questions about a recipe, I’d be more than happy to help!
      ~Donya

      Reply
  3. Janie Barnes

    April 9, 2022 at 11:52 am

    Delicious! Thank you for the wonderful recipe.

    Reply
    • Donya

      April 10, 2022 at 8:58 am

      Hey there Janie!
      Thank you so much, I am so happy to hear your enjoyed this recipe, I appreciate your support!
      ~Donya

      Reply
  4. Tina

    July 27, 2021 at 2:39 am

    Super easy starch option while I prepped a more complicated entree. Can season these potatoes according to your own preference or with whatever you happen to have available. I used TJ’s 21 Seasoning Salute as I didn’t have any fresh parsley on hand and we enjoyed!

    Reply
    • Donya

      July 27, 2021 at 10:26 am

      Hey there Tina!
      Thank you so much for sharing! I am so happy to hear you liked using this recipe for inspiration, I always love hearing how people tweak recipes to suit their tastes. I completely agree with you that these potatoes are the perfect side dish when you’re doing an entrée that is more hands on, it sounds like you made a delicious meal. I appreciate your support, I hope you have a great day!
      ~Donya

      Reply
  5. Suz

    July 25, 2021 at 7:07 pm

    Cooked them with all spices at the onset. Nothing to add later. Came out awesome !

    Reply
    • Donya

      July 26, 2021 at 8:58 am

      Hey there!
      I am so happy to hear you liked this recipe! Cooking the potatoes with the spices is a good idea, that way they can marinate in that flavor. If you liked this recipe, you should check out my Air Fryer Baked Potatoes, its a similar recipe and they turn out perfect every time! Thanks so much for you support, I hope you have a great day!
      ~Donya

      Reply
  6. Thomas M.

    June 28, 2020 at 9:56 pm

    Spot on! The whole gang woofed ’em down. EASY to make and work great as a leftover (few minutes back in the air-fryer). Definitely a keeper. Thanks for the post!

    Reply
  7. Tina Blackmore

    May 20, 2020 at 11:22 pm

    They turned out perfectly!

    Reply
    • Rachael

      April 16, 2021 at 3:53 pm

      They turned out PERFECTLY, despite I forgot to add the parsley. I didn’t realize until I was eating the last piece 😅

      Reply
      • Donya

        April 16, 2021 at 9:38 pm

        Hey Rachael!
        I’m so thrilled you enjoyed this recipe! I’ll tell you, these Airfryer Potatoes are my week night go to, so I’m glad you liked them with or without the parsley. Thank you for your great rating!
        ~Donya

        Reply
  8. mike

    February 11, 2020 at 8:31 pm

    Delicious!

    Reply
    • Cat

      July 21, 2021 at 7:24 pm

      This recipe is great! My family loved them!

      Reply
      • Donya

        July 22, 2021 at 11:37 am

        Hey there Cat!
        That is so great to hear, I am thrilled y’all enjoyed this recipe! It’s one of my go-to weeknight side dishes because it’s just so quick and easy. Thank you so much for your terrific rating, and for your support. I hope y’all are having a lovely summer!
        ~Donya

        Reply

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