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Air Fryer Diced Potatoes

These crispy Air Fryer Diced Potatoes are seasoned and golden outside, fluffy inside, and ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for breakfast, dinner, meal prep, or quick side dishes!
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer, air fryer potatoes, diced potatoes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 165kcal
Author: Kate | You Say Potatoes

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Air Fryer

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds potatoes diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: chopped parsley to serve

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F/200°C.
  • Dice the potatoes into ½-inch cubes. You can peel them or leave the skins on if you prefer.
  • Place the diced potatoes into a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle over the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
  • Add the potatoes to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until golden and cooked through, shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
  • Cook longer if needed until golden and crispy on the outside and fluffy inside.
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Notes

Recipe Tips

  • Keep the potato cubes evenly sized for consistent cooking.
  • Do not overcrowd the basket or the potatoes will steam instead of crisp.
  • Shake the basket firmly halfway through cooking.
  • Taste and adjust salt after cooking because potatoes absorb seasoning differently depending on variety.
  • Leave the skins on for extra texture and fibre.
  • If your air fryer runs hot, start checking at the 10-minute mark.
  • Use smoked paprika if you want a more roasted flavour profile.
  • Add fresh herbs after cooking rather than before so they stay bright and fresh.
  • Preheating matters more than many people realise because it helps the potatoes crisp immediately.
  • If you want softer potatoes, cut slightly smaller cubes.

FAQs

Do I need to soak potatoes before air frying?

No. This recipe works well without soaking. If you do soak them, dry them extremely well before cooking or they may steam instead of crisp.

Why are my air fryer potatoes not crispy?

Overcrowding is usually the problem. Too much moisture or too much oil can also prevent browning.

Can I use frozen diced potatoes?

Yes. Increase the cooking time slightly and shake the basket more often because frozen potatoes release more moisture.

Should I peel the potatoes first?

That depends on personal preference. Leaving the skins on adds texture and saves prep time.

How long do diced potatoes take in the air fryer?

Most diced potatoes cook in 10 to 15 minutes at 200°C / 400°F depending on the potato type and cube size.

 

Nutrition

Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 301mg | Potassium: 729mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 43IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg

The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.