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These air fryer potato wedges are golden and crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and seasoned to perfection. They're ready in just 30 minutes and make the perfect healthy snack, gluten-free side dish, or kid-approved appetizer.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Crispy, flavorful, and made with simple pantry staples, these potato wedges are a staple in my house. Whether I'm whipping up a quick weeknight dinner or prepping a Whole30-friendly meal, these always hit the spot.
They pair beautifully with just about anything! Like my air fryer boneless chicken thighs or turkey burgers with spinach and feta. And they reheat well too!
These wedges also check the box for anyone looking for healthy potato wedges that don't require deep frying. Just toss them in your favorite oil, season well, and let the air fryer do its magic!
Ingredients You'll Need
- Russet Potatoes: Their high starch content makes them ideal for crispy edges and fluffy centers. Leave the skin on for texture and nutrients.
- Olive Oil: Helps the wedges crisp up and carries the seasoning. Avocado oil works great too.
- Garlic Powder & Onion Powder: These give the wedges savory depth without needing fresh aromatics.
- Paprika: Adds warmth and color. Try smoked paprika for a twist!
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper: Essential for seasoning. Don't skip these!
- Optional Dips: Serve with my copycat Chick Fil A Sauce, cottage cheese ranch, sour cream, or your favorite aioli (like this avocado ranch aioli!).
How to Make Air Fryer Potato Wedges
Step 1: Scrub the potatoes and slice into wedges. Cut each potato in half lengthwise, then into quarters or eighths depending on size. Soak the potato wedges in cold water for 10 minutes. This removes excess starch and helps them crisp up better.
Step 2: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F for a few minutes while the potatoes soak. Dry the potatoes well with paper towels. Toss with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Step 3: Arrange the wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding.
Step 4: Air fry for 15 minutes at 400°F, tossing every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking. Work in batches if needed. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce!
Pro Tips for Extra-Crispy Wedges
- Soaking is essential. Don't skip the soak. This is the key to crispy air fryer potato wedges.
- Dry thoroughly. Water = steam, which prevents browning.
- Don't overcrowd the basket. Cook in batches to allow airflow.
- Use a high-quality air fryer. I use the Ninja 4 Qt. If you're regularly batch-cooking, go for a larger size.
Want more potato sides? Try these crispy air fryer home fries too!
Recipe FAQs
Technically yes but they won't crisp up as well. Soaking removes excess starch that can prevent browning.
Russet potatoes work best for that classic wedge texture. Yukon Golds are fine, but will be softer.
Re-fry them in the air fryer for a few minutes or reheat in the oven. Avoid the microwave as it makes them soft.
Absolutely. Slice and soak ahead, then pat dry and store in the fridge. Cook right before serving for best results.
Whether you’re making air fryer appetizers for game day or just need a simple side, these wedges deliver every time. For another delicious air fryer meal, try my air fryer bang bang salmon bites!
Perfect Pairings
Try your potato wedges with one of these delicious main dishes:
Crispy Air Fryer Potato Wedges
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized russet potatoes, skin on, scrubbed
- 2.5 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 tsp garlic powder
- 1.5 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- First, scrub your potatoes. Then, slice them into wedges. You can do this by slicing the potatoes in half horizontally (so you have 2 long halves), then slicing those in half, then those pieces in half, and so on.
- Place all of your potato wedges into a large bowl of water and let them soak for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat your air fryer to 400 for a few minutes.
- Dry the potatoes using paper towels. Place them in another clean bowl and toss with the olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes, tossing every 5 minutes. You may need to cook the potato wedges in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Serve with dipping sauce of choice and enjoy!
Notes
- Soaking is essential. Don't skip the soak, this is the key to crispy air fryer potato wedges.
- Dry thoroughly. Water = steam, which prevents browning.
- Don't overcrowd the basket. Cook in batches to allow airflow.
- Use a high-quality air fryer. I use the Ninja 4 Qt. If you're regularly batch-cooking, go for a larger size.
Nutrition
All nutrition facts are an estimate and automatically calculated. While I fact check them using My Fitness Pal, please note that they may not always be 100% accurate and depend on ingredients used. Weigh your total and divide by the number of servings for the most accurate grams per serving size.
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This post was originally published on August 28, 2022 and updated with new copy on November 15, 2023.
Good, but seasoning fell off and burned.
So I don’t have an air fryer so I broke into my neighbors house. Their dog bit me though. The medical bill was super high but these potatoes are delicious!!!🥔 wedgies for the win!!!
These are so amazing!! We grew up getting “jo-Jo’s on Saturday nights with our pizza. These take me back to those nights as a kid. So easy to make and very delicious. The hardest part was not eating them all before the family came to the table. Thanks for another great recipe!
So glad you enjoyed them! Thank you Sarah!
These are easy and fantastic!
Thank you Cindy!!
These are the best potato wedges I’ve ever made in the air fryer. Will be keeping them on rotation for sure. They’re easy and delicious!
Thank you so much Tiffany!
These were awesome! Fussy OH is still raving about them!
Woo hoo!