Crispy Air Fryer Home Fries

What Makes This Recipe Great

Last week, I published the most amazing sausage gravy recipe that I served over crispy, tender air fryer home fries. You all loved the gravy, but needed the recipe for the home fries! So here you go- perfectly crispy, deliciously seasoned breakfast potatoes (home fries in my house!) to serve any way you want! They have great flavor and make the perfect side dish to any main breakfast item.

Eat them for breakfast with eggs and bacon, for brunch with my sausage gravy, or dip them in ketchup if that suits you. They are versatile, scrumptious little morsels and I can’t get enough of them! 

Even better, cooking home fries in the air fryer means they’re not absorbing all that oil from the pan or from deep frying, so these crispy potatoes are a bit healthier than your traditional fried potatoes. All the taste of classic home fries with a fraction of the oil – love it! Now, let’s get cooking!

Ingredient Notes

All you need are simple ingredients and 20-ish minutes to make this breakfast potato recipe. 

• Russet Potatoes: I use Russet potatoes because they have a high starch content which helps them get a crispy texture. Swap for gold potatoes, red potatoes, or baby potatoes in a pinch!  
• Olive Oil: Use the neutral cooking oil of your choice. Avocado oil would also work well. 
• Seasonings: Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt. Feel free to switch this up. If you like a kick, add some red pepper flakes as a garnish. 
• Bell Pepper & Onion: I used yellow onion and red bell pepper, but feel free to use white or sweet onion and green pepper. These add a pop of color and flavor! 
• Ghee: I use this to keep these potatoes Whole30 friendly. You can also use vegan butter for dairy free. If you are okay with dairy, feel free to use regular butter. 

1. Toss the cut potatoes with olive oil and spices. 
2. Add the seasoned home fries to the air fryer. It’s ok if they aren’t in a single layer (depending on the kind of air fryer you have – if it’s a basket, they will overlap a bit). Cook at 400 for 15 minutes, shaking/stirring the air fryer basket a few times throughout (no need to preheat).
3. Meanwhile, combine the chopped onions, peppers, and ghee or butter. Add to the air fryer and stir in with the potato pieces. 
4. Cook everything for an additional 10-12 minutes, shaking/stirring a couple of times to ensure even browning, or until potatoes are crispy and tender and golden brown. 
5. Season your crispy air fryer home fries with salt and pepper to taste, if desired, and serve!

Mary’s Tips & Tricks

• Sweet potatoes can be used instead of russet potatoes. You could also try Yukon gold potatoes, baby potatoes, or red potatoes. 
• Omit the onions and bell peppers if you prefer. I still recommending adding in the ghee or butter for extra flavor.
• To spice them up, garnish with some crushed red pepper flakes. 
• Swap the bell pepper, onion, and seasonings for some fresh herbs and minced garlic to make savory rosemary potatoes. 

Serving Tips

These get super crispy and are the perfect accompaniment to so many dishes, or for a standalone snack! Eat them for breakfast or brunch, or bring them as a side dish to your next gathering. 

Try them out with any of these recipes:

• Paleo Sausage Gravy
• Homemade Breakfast Sausage
• Roasted Veggie Breakfast Casserole
• Blueberry Breakfast Sausage

Storage Tips

• Store leftover potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. 
• Reheat them in the air fryer at 350 degrees for 5-7 minutes. While you can microwave them, they will no longer be crispy. 
• You can also reheat the breakfast potatoes in a skillet with olive oil or on a baking sheet in the oven, but the air fryer is the quickest method, with minimal cleanup!

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