Simple Delicious Air Fryer Frozen Potatoes
Using the air fryer to cook frozen potatoes is a quick and convenient way to achieve crispy and perfectly cooked potatoes. Whether you're making French fries, hash browns, or potato wedges, the air fryer ensures a golden exterior and a fluffy interior. This recipe is versatile and can be customized with your favorite seasonings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb frozen potatoes French fries, hash browns, potato wedges, etc.
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking spray
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional seasonings: garlic powder paprika, onion powder, Italian seasoning, etc.
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
Prepare the Potatoes:
- If using French fries or potato wedges, place them in a bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil over the frozen potatoes. Toss to coat evenly.
- If using hash browns, break apart any large clumps.
Seasoning (Optional):
- Sprinkle the potatoes with salt, pepper, and any additional seasonings of your choice. Toss to coat evenly.
Air Fry:
- Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush with oil.
- Place the seasoned frozen potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding for crispy results.
Cooking Time:
- Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, depending on the thickness and type of potatoes.
- Shake the basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure even cooking.
Check for Crispiness:
- After the cooking time, check the potatoes for crispiness. They should be golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Serve:
- Once done, remove the crispy frozen potatoes from the air fryer basket.
- Serve immediately as a side dish or snack.
Enjoy!
- These Air Fryer Frozen Potatoes are delicious on their own or paired with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Serve with ketchup, ranch dressing, aioli, or any other preferred sauce.
Notes
Tips:
- Variations: Try different varieties of frozen potatoes such as sweet potato fries or tater tots.
- Customize Seasonings: Experiment with your favorite seasonings like garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, or herbs for added flavor.
- Crispiness: For extra crispy potatoes, increase the cooking time slightly. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
- Even Cooking: Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure the potatoes cook evenly and become crispy.