Crispy Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes

Air fryer fingerling potatoes come out crispy and deeply golden with creamy, buttery centers, all with simple seasonings and minimal fuss.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 22

Total Time 32

Servings Servings

Ingredients

1.5 pounds fingerling potatoes
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp salt
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp Italian seasoning
¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
freshly grated Parmesan cheese optional, for serving

Instructions

Preheat to 375°F (190°C) for 3 to 5 minutes.
Wash the fingerling potatoes and pat them completely dry. Leave very small fingerlings whole and cut medium and large ones in half lengthwise.
Add the potatoes to a large bowl and toss with the olive oil. Add the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
Place the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, cut side down whenever possible. Avoid overcrowding and cook in batches if necessary.
Cook for 10 minutes at 375°F. Shake the basket or flip the potatoes, then cook for another 8 to 12 minutes, until deeply golden, crisp around the edges, and fork tender.

Want extra crunch? Increase the air fryer to 400°F for the final 2 to 3 minutes for deeper browning.

Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with fresh parsley and Parmesan, if using. Serve hot.

Notes

Dry them really well. Any lingering surface moisture can steam the potatoes instead of letting them crisp.

Size matters. Leave tiny fingerlings whole and halve larger ones so everything finishes cooking around the same time.

Don’t crowd the basket. Give the potatoes room for hot air to circulate. Work in batches if needed.

Trust the potatoes, not just the timer. They’re ready when deeply golden, crisp around the edges, and easily pierced with a fork.

Store leftovers for up to 4 days: Refrigerate in an airtight container and reheat at 375°F for 3 to 5 minutes in the air fryer to bring back the crispiness.

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