Description
Enjoy golden, crispy, and flavorful potato slices made effortlessly in the air fryer. These seasoned slices are perfectly spiced with garlic, smoked paprika, and thyme, offering a deliciously healthy alternative to traditional fried potatoes. Ideal as a side dish or snack, they deliver a satisfying crunch with every bite and can be garnished with Parmesan or fresh herbs for extra zest.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 large russet potatoes, thinly sliced (about ⅛-inch thick)
Seasonings
- 1½ tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes to ensure it reaches the ideal cooking temperature for crispy potato slices.
- Prepare the Potatoes: Wash and thinly slice the potatoes using a sharp knife or mandoline to ensure even thickness of about ⅛-inch; then pat the slices dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture for better crisping.
- Season the Potato Slices: In a large bowl, toss the potato slices with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper until all slices are evenly coated with the flavorful seasoning blend.
- Arrange and Air Fry: Place the seasoned potato slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if needed to avoid overlapping. Air fry for 10–14 minutes, flipping the slices halfway through to ensure even cooking and golden brown crisp edges.
- Serve: Remove the crispy potato slices from the air fryer and immediately sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs if desired. Serve right away to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, soak the potato slices in cold water for 15–20 minutes before cooking, then dry thoroughly to remove moisture.
- Yukon Gold or red potatoes can be used for a slightly creamier texture if preferred.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow air circulation for even crisping.
- Adjust seasoning to taste or experiment with different herbs and spices for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
