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Red Potatoes in Air Fryer

Updated: Sep 15, 2025 by Chuckie Hessong · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

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Crispy Red Potatoes with a hint of garlic in minutes using the Air Fryer. Get them extra crispy by following my easy tip.

Serving the red potatoes in the air fryer with steak and corn.

Love These Red Potatoes in the Air Fryer

I'm just going to say it: Roasted veggies are just superior to other veggies.

This crispy Air Fryer Red Potatoes recipe is no exception. And as a bonus, this perfect side dish is ready in less than 20 minutes.

To achieve the perfect roasted red potato that is crispy outside, soft and buttery inside)...plan ahead a little and follow my pro tip.

Then toss them bite-sized pieces in oil and seasonings, roast them in the Air Fryer for a few minutes... and presto! The perfect potato side dish with verrrry little effort!

I love air-frying red potatoes and they are a perfect change of pace from the usual baked potatoes.

Red potatoes are ready to eat.

Pro Tips

To achieve extra crispy roasted red potatoes... try soaking your quartered red potatoes in cold water in the fridge for a bit to soak out some of the starch.

Keep the potato wedges similar in size to ensure they cook at the same pace.

Ingredients

Simple ingredients and simple techniques = fantastic potatoes

  • small unpeeled red potatoes, cut into wedges that are similar in size
  • olive oil--Use canola, vegetable, or sunflower oil if that's what you have. Though I like the flavor olive oil imparts.
  • garlic cloves--I use fresh, but you can use garlic powder if that's what you have. I wouldn't use the jarred garlic for this recipe. If you use garlic salt, adjust the other seasonings.
  • pepper--to taste
  • Tony Chachere's Original Creole Seasoning
Ingredients for Red Potatoes in Air Fryer.

How to Air Fry Red Potatoes

Cut potatoes in wedges that are similar in size.

Place potato wedges in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Refrigerate for several hours to remove some starch

Pat completely dry with paper towels.

Preheat air fryer to 400°.

Drizzle potatoes with oil. Sprinkle with Tony's, salt and pepper and toss to coat.

Red potatoes coated in oil and seasonings.

Place in air-fryer basket.

Cook until potatoes are golden brown and tender. Stirring once or twice while checking for doneness.

Red potatoes fresh out of the air fryer.

Variations

I used red potatoes from my garden, but baby potatoes, Yukon Golds, or any other tiny potatoes work here. Sometimes I get lucky and even buy those cute little purple potatoes!

I love sweet potatoes in the air fryer too! I usually season them the same way. Sometimes adding just a slight sprinkle of cinnamon.

Use any seasonings you like! Try adding herbs, such as rosemary or thyme or spices like garlic or onion powder.

Choose a seasoning salt you enjoy. We think Tony's tastes good on about anything.

Serving Ideas

Red Potatoes in Air Fryer are so flexible! Eat them for breakfast alongside our Amish Breakfast Casserole.

These little gems work beautifully for lunch or supper with:

  • Sous Vide Pork Tenderloin
  • Sous Vide Pork Roast
  • Sous Vide Whole Chicken
  • Beef Roast
  • Giving the candied pecans to my friends.
    Bourbon Pecans
  • Cajun Crackers with flakes of red pepper on each cracker.
    Cajun Crackers
  • Topping the pumpkin dip with brown sugar and chopped pecans.
    Pumpkin Dip Recipe
  • Ready-to-eat Apple and Cherry Crumble.
    Apple and Cherry Crumble

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Food Safety

  • Wash hands before cooking
  • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
  • Never leave cooking food unattended
Serving the red potatoes in the air fryer with steak and corn.
Chuckie Hessong

Red Potatoes in Air Fryer

5 from 3 votes
Crispy Red Potatoes with a hint of garlic in minutes using the Air Fryer. Get them extra crispy by following my easy tip.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 12 minutes mins
Total Time 17 minutes mins
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 223
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds small unpeeled red potatoes cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ teaspoon Tony Chachere's
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper

Method
 

  1. Cut potatoes in wedges that are similar in size.
  2. Place potato wedges in a bowl and cover with cold water. Refrigerate for several hours to remove some starch.
  3. Pat completely dry with paper towels.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 400°.
  5. Drizzle potatoes with olive oil.
  6. Sprinkle with garlic, Tony's and pepper; toss to coat.
  7. Place in air-fryer basket.
  8. Cook until potatoes are golden brown and tender, 10-12 minutes, stirring and shaking once to ensure even cooking.

Nutrition

Calories: 223kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 41mgPotassium: 1040mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 17IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 2mg

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Comments

  1. Lisa Hemby says

    November 20, 2023 at 8:38 pm

    5 stars
    This is one of my favorite recipes.

    Reply
  2. Terry T says

    November 21, 2023 at 7:16 am

    5 stars
    I love the ease of the air fryer

    Reply
  3. Maddy says

    June 13, 2025 at 11:01 pm

    5 stars
    I make these all the time now! So quick and easy! Love them.

    Reply
    • Chuckie says

      June 14, 2025 at 7:21 pm

      Thank you for your review! 🙂

      Reply
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