Breakfast Potatoes in the Air Fryer

Breakfast Potatoes made in the Air Fryer are cooked in only 15 minutes and produce the crispiest and creamiest potatoes your breakfast plate is begging for. They taste just like the potatoes you get at the restaurant, but healthier and with only a tiny amount of oil.

Want some quick protein for breakfast as well? Pair the potatoes with these Air Fryer Steak Tips or this Homemade Cold Smoked Salmon(made without a smoker).

Breakfast Potatoes in the Air Fryer

Serve the air fried potatoes with a sunny side up egg and you’ve got a picture perfect breakfast. If you’re feeling a little extra, add some cooked and chopped ham, sausage, bacon or diced peppers and onion.

Most days I spend only a couple of minutes for breakfast, you know, to either toss together an avocado toast or maybe fry an egg, but on weekends it’s different.

Best Breakfast Potatoes Recipe

On the weekends,  I let the Air Fryer cook these potatoes while I prep the rest of the breakfast. In the time it takes to make coffee and maybe fry an egg the air fried potatoes are all ready.

I always get giddy with excitement when I hear the timer go off and open the air fryer basket to find beautifully golden, crispy and easy breakfast potatos bites.

How to make Crispy Breakfast Potatoes

• The process couldn’t be simpler – start with either peeled or thoroughly scrubbed potatoes, then dice them into 1-inch cubes.
• Toss the potatoes with seasonings (you can use just a couple of teaspoons of Paprika Spice Blend or use the one from the recipe below) and oil. Then, cook in the air fryer for 15 minutes or until tender on the inside. You’ll want to stop and shake the air fryer basket several times to promote even cooking.

Tips for Success: 

• If time allows, peel, and dice the potatoes several hours ahead, or the night before and soak in water.
• Season the potatoes right before cooking. Allowing the potatoes to sit with salt, will draw the moisture out, which will inhibit the crisping process.
• Cut the potatoes all the same size, this will ensure that all potatoes are evenly cooked and browned.

Other family breakfast favorites:

• Creamy Instant Pot Oatmeal 
• Savory Stuffed Crepes – an old family favorite that you can make ahead of time.
• Ricotta Pancake Recipe – These have so many rave reviews!

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Breakfast Potatoes in the Air Fryer

5 from 2 votes

Breakfast Potatoes in the Air Fryer come out crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. Cooking at high heat and fast circulating air cooks the potatoes fast and while using a minimal amount of oil. 

Author: Marina | Let the Baking Begin

Course: Breakfast, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: air fryer potatoes, breakfast potatoes, roasted potatoes

Calories: 375 kcal

Prep Time: 2 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 17 minutes

Servings: 2 -3 servings

Ingredients

• 5 medium potatoes, peeled and cut to 1-inch cubes (Yukon Gold works best)
• 1 tbsp oil

Breakfast Potato Seasoning

• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp black ground pepper

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer for about 2-3 minutes at 400F degrees. This will give you the crispiest potatoes. 

2. Meanwhile, toss the potatoes with breakfast potato seasoning and oil until thoroughly coated. 

3. Spray the air fryer basket with a nonstick spray. Add the potatoes and cook for about 15 minutes, stopping and shaking the basket 2-3 times throughout to promote even cooking.

4. Transfer to a plate and serve right away.

Nutrition Facts

Breakfast Potatoes in the Air Fryer

Amount Per Serving

Calories 375 Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value*

Fat 7g11%

Sodium 635mg28%

Potassium 2199mg63%

Carbohydrates 67g22%

Fiber 13g54%

Protein 13g26%

Vitamin A 245IU5%

Vitamin C 60.7mg74%

Calcium 160mg16%

Iron 17.4mg97%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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