Crispy Air Fryer Baby Potatoes – Quick & Easy Side Dish with Creamy Center
Craving a crispy potato side dish that’s easy, fast, and full of flavor? These air fryer baby potatoes are your new go-to. With perfectly crispy skin and a creamy inside, they’re everything you love about roasted potatoes—done faster and healthier thanks to the air fryer.
Seasoned with garlic powder, Cajun spice, salt, and pepper, this 5-ingredient recipe is loaded with flavor and cooks in just 20 minutes. Whether you’re looking for a quick side dish for dinner, a gluten-free appetizer for a party, or a meal prep vegetable, this easy recipe checks every box.
Recipe at a Glance
· Prep Time: 5 minutes
· Cook Time: 20 minutes
· Total Time: 25 minutes
· Servings: 4
· Calories: 165 per serving
· Protein: 3g per serving
Why You’ll Love These Air Fryer Baby Potatoes
· Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside
· A perfect 15-minute recipe with just 5 minutes of prep
· A quick side dish for weeknights, parties, or meal prep
· Perfect for air fryer batch cooking and weekly meal prep
· Naturally gluten-free and can be made with no oil
· Great for roast dinner sides, lunches, or picnic bowls
· Easily adapted into garlic parmesan baby potatoes, rosemary potatoes, or keto air fryer potatoes
Ingredients
· 750g baby potatoes
· 2 teaspoons salt
· 1½ teaspoons black pepper
· ½ teaspoon garlic powder
· ½ teaspoon Cajun spice
· Olive oil spray
Optional Add-ins:
· 1 cup cooked tater tots (for a tater tot breakfast casserole)
· Cooked bacon or sausage for a loaded breakfast casserole
· Chopped spinach or peppers for extra veggies
Instructions
1. Prep the Potatoes: Wash the baby potatoes well. Halve them for faster cooking and extra crispiness. Pat dry for optimal skin texture.
2. Season: In a large mixing bowl, combine potatoes with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Cajun spice. Toss to coat evenly. Spray lightly with olive oil for even browning.
3. Air Fry: Place potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Set temperature to 400°F (200°C) and cook for 10 minutes. Shake the basket or stir potatoes, then cook an additional 8–10 minutes, until edges are golden and crispy.
4. Serve: Let cool for 1–2 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs or serve with dipping sauce if desired.
Nutrition
· Calories: 165
· Protein: 3g
· Fiber: 3g
Tips & Customizations
· Add rosemary or thyme before air frying for fragrant rosemary potatoes
· Add smoked paprika for depth or chili flakes for heat
· Turn into keto air fryer potatoes by pairing with a high-fat dipping sauce like garlic mayo
· Skip oil for air fryer baby potatoes without oil
· Swap Cajun spice for ranch seasoning, lemon pepper, or taco blend
Meal Prep & Storage
Refrigerate: Store cooled potatoes in an airtight container for up to 4 days
Reheat: Return to air fryer at 350°F for 4–5 minutes to re-crisp
Freeze: Not recommended—texture changes when thawed
This is an excellent meal prep side dish for lunchboxes or batch dinners!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use red or golden baby potatoes?
A: Absolutely! Both air fryer red potatoes and air fryer golden baby potatoes work well and crisp beautifully.
Q: Can I make these potatoes oil-free?
A: Yes. Just skip the spray—but note they’ll be a bit less crispy without oil.
Q: Are these potatoes gluten-free?
A: Yes—there are no gluten-containing ingredients.
Q: Can I make garlic parmesan baby potatoes?
A: Yes! After air frying, toss the potatoes with ¼ cup grated Parmesan and chopped parsley for a cheesy finish.
Q: Can I make these for a crowd?
A: Totally—just cook in batches. These air fryer baby potatoes for crowd are ideal for holidays and parties.
Q: How long do baby potatoes take in the air fryer?
A: Depending on size and cut, 20 minutes at 400°F is perfect for crispy edges and creamy insides.
Final Thoughts
These air fryer baby potatoes are the definition of comfort food made clean—crispy, creamy, and completely customizable. Whether you need a quick side dish for dinner, a roast dinner side, or a gluten-free appetizer, this 20-minute cook is your weeknight hero.
Toss in a little garlic, add herbs, or dress them up with cheese—this air fryer baby potatoes recipe is endlessly adaptable. Once you try these, you’ll never roast in the oven again.
Tried this recipe? Let us know what you think and leave a comment below—What twists would you make?
