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    Home » Gluten Free Vegetarian Recipes

    Air Fryer Home Fries

    Lindsay Moe

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    Air fryer home fries are easy, crispy, and delicious! These breakfast potatoes come with onions and peppers, just like your favorite restaurant side!

    a bowl of air fryer home fries with a spoon and striped towel
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    Home fries, also known as American fries, cottage fries, and many other names, are a staple at diners. If you’ve ever tried to make this side dish at home you’ve probably realized just how hard it is to replicate that crispy exterior and fluffy inside.

    I’m going to show you exactly how to create that perfectly cooked texture using the air fryer! If you don’t own an air fryer, I would recommend buying one that has multiple functions to help make the new appliance worth it’s price and space. You can keep reading below for my recommendations. 

    air fryer american fries on a white plate with scrambled tofu and avocado on a white table with a striped towel

    What makes these the best air fryer home fries?

    This recipe is easy to follow and customize, and results in breakfast potatoes that are crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside. It’s also naturally vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free, making it a great fit for all sorts of diets.

    Home fry ingredients

    air fryer home fries ingredients
    • Potatoes
    • Onion
    • Red bell pepper
    • Olive oil
    • Garlic powder
    • Paprika
    • Salt & pepper

    How to make air fryer home fries

    two photos showing adding spices to potatoes and after stirring it up
    1. Preheat the air fryer to 390ºF.
    2. In a large bowl, combine potatoes, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
    3. Add potatoes to the air fryer and spread out evenly. Cook 10 minutes, stirring once half way through.
    4. Add the onions and peppers to the air fryer, stir, and spread out into an even layer. Lower the air fryer temperature to 340ºF and cook another 10-15 minutes, or until brown and crisp, stirring once or twice.

    Top tips and questions

    What kind of air fryer should I buy?

    I have this Shark Ninja Foodie (affiliate link) which has functions for air frying, grilling, baking, and dehydrating. It works really well, but is rather bulky for keeping around the kitchen.

    If you prefer a more affordable appliance that only air fries, I would recommend Ninja’s 4qt Air Fryer. Keep in mind that all appliances may vary and you may need to adjust your cooking time.

    a bowl of air fryer home fries with more food in the background

    Can I make this recipe without an air fryer?

    You could certainly roast potatoes in the oven to get a similar effect. If you don’t have an air fryer, I would recommend adapting my oven roasted rosemary potatoes to suit your taste and needs.

    Can I make this recipe without oil?

    The great thing about the air fryer is you don’t need to use oil. I chose to use oil in this recipe because I like the flavor and the extra crisp layer it gives the potatoes.

    If you prefer not to cook with oil, you can simply omit it from the recipe.

    How many potatoes are in 1.5 pounds?

    Potatoes are a tricky ingredient in recipes because they vary so greatly in size. I used a kitchen scale to weigh out 1.5 pounds, but it wouldn’t be a problem to guess the weight based on the weight of your package of potatoes, otherwise I would say it’s roughly 5-6 medium sized yellow yukon gold potatoes.

    a wood bowl of air fryer home fries with a spoon and breakfast plate

    Cutting potatoes for home fries

    I chose to peel my potatoes, but you could leave the skin on if you want to add more fiber or save some time. After peeling my potatoes, I cut them into slices about 1 inch thick, then cut them into cubes. 

    You’ll want to cut your potatoes into cubes that are roughly the same size so they cook evenly. Feel free to use any size potato, but you may need to adjust the cooking time if you cut your cubes very large.

    How long do home fries from the air fryer stay good?

    Home fries will keep in a covered container in the refrigerator for 3 days, though they are best enjoyed fresh. To reheat you can put them back in the air fryer or bake in the oven until crisp. You can also microwave them, but they will lose their crispy texture.

    Tips for customizing

    • Swap the yellow potatoes for red or russet potatoes
    • Skip the onions and peppers, or use a different colored bell pepper and red onion
    • Top with a sprinkling of chopped parsley or chives
    • Adjust the seasonings to suit your tastes
    • For extra crispy home fries that stay crisp longer, soak the raw potatoes in water for 15 minutes, pat dry, and proceed with the recipe
    air fryer breakfast potatoes on a white plate with avocado and scrambled tofu

    What to serve with air fryer home fries

    • Scrambled Tofu
    • Spinach Pesto Baked Eggs
    • 5 Minute Breakfast Burrito
    • Cheesy Spinach Baked Egg Sandwiches
    • Mediterranean Eggs
    • Vegetable Frittata

    More potato sides

    • Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes
    • Crispy Roasted Potatoes with Thai Tofu Sauce
    • Oven Baked Potato Wedges
    • Oven Roasted Rosemary Potatoes
    • Mashed Potato Bake
    • Cheesy Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes
    • Leftover Mashed Potato Vegetarian Hash
    • Parmesan Potato Rounds
    a white plate with air fryer cottage fries, avocado, and scrambled tofu

    If you make this recipe, be sure to rate it, leave a comment, or tag #theliveinkitchen on Instagram!

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    air fryer home fries on a plate with avocado and scrambled tofu

    Air Fryer Home Fries

    Crispy air fryer breakfast potatoes with onions and peppers.
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 184kcal
    Author: Lindsay Moe

    Ingredients

    • 1.5 pounds yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon paprika
    • Coarse kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
    • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
    • 1 small red bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, diced

    Instructions

    • Preheat air fryer to 390ºF.
    • In a large bowl, combine potatoes, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
    • Add potatoes to the air fryer and spread out evenly. Cook 10 minutes, stirring once half way through.
    • Add the onions and peppers to the air fryer, stir, and spread out into an even layer. Lower the air fryer temperature to 340ºF and cook another 10-15 minutes, or until brown and crisp, stirring once or twice.
    • Taste and add more salt if needed, and serve.

    Notes

     

    Tips for customizing

    • Swap the yellow potatoes for red or russet potatoes
    • Skip the onions and peppers, or use a different colored bell pepper and red onion
    • Top with a sprinkling of chopped parsley or chives
    • Adjust the seasonings to suit your tastes
    • For extra crispy home fries that stay crisp longer, soak the potatoes in water for 15 minutes before air frying, pat dry, and proceed with the recipe

    Nutrition

    Calories: 184kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 829mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1059IU | Vitamin C: 74mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg
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