Diced Potatoes In The Air Fryer

These Diced Potatoes in the Air Fryer are the perfect easy side dish! Crispy potatoes with fresh herbs make this a dish everyone will be craving!

I love crispy potatoes. I normally make them as a side dish but I really could just eat a bowl of them on my own. They are just so delicious and they taste like a healthier version of French Fries! These crispy diced potatoes in the air fryer are the perfect recipe to make with almost any meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, these potatoes will be the perfect side!

For some other great Air-Fryer recipes, check out these Frozen Spring Rolls in Air Fryer, these Easy Air Fryer Frozen Vegetables or these Savory Rosemary Air Fryer Baby Carrots.

Jump to:

• Why These Air Fryer Diced Potatoes are the Best
• Ingredient Notes
• Instructions
• Substitutions
• Variations
• FAQ's
• Equipment
• Storage
• Top tips
• What to Serve with These Potatoes!
• Diced Potatoes In The Air Fryer
• Food safety

Why These Air Fryer Diced Potatoes are the Best

• Quick Recipe- These Air Fryer Diced Potatoes are so easy to make and will come together in just 20 minutes! This makes them the perfect side dish for any recipe.
• Delicious Textures- The best thing about these potatoes is the crispy texture of the exterior. The key is using the right potatoes and cooking them to the perfect temperature.
• Easy To Make- Air fryer recipes are the easiest to make! They are pretty hands-off and all you have to do is dice the potatoes and then let the air fryer do the work!

Ingredient Notes

• Yellow Potatoes- The key to making these diced potatoes extra crispy, is using the right potatoes. I have tried this recipe with a variety of different potatoes and I can say for certain that Yukon Golds are the way to go. They create a balanced, crispy, and golden exterior but a soft and fluffy interior.
• Olive Oil-You can use any neutral oil that you have on hand for this recipe. Olive Oil is just my go-to. I have also used avocado oil. If you are worried about the oil content, this recipe only contains 2 tablespoons of oil so it isn't as much as traditional frying.
• Fresh Rosemary- Fresh rosemary gives these potatoes a nice, earthy flavor and will really give them a flavor boost. In a pinch, feel free to use dried herbs.

See the recipe card for the full ingredient list and quantities.

Instructions

• Wash and scrub the potatoes
• Dice the potatoes and chop the rosemary
• In a bowl toss the potatoes and rosemary with olive oil
• Add to the air fryer basket and fry at 400 degrees for 20 minutes, shake the basket at 10 minutes.
• Serve immediately 

Hint: Make sure to cut the potatoes the same size. This will help to ensure an even cook time.

Substitutions

• Potatoes - These diced potatoes work best with Yukon Golds, however if you do swap them out, I would suggest that russets would be the next best option. They will not get that golden brown color though.
• Oil-Free - You can skip the oil in this recipe, however your potatoes will not get that crispy exterior that makes them so delicious.
• Oven - If you don't have an air-fryer, you can bake these in the oven. I would bake them at 425 degrees for 30 minutes.

Variations

• Spicy - Kick up the spice and add some crushed red chili flakes along with the other spices.
• Vegetables - Turn these diced potatoes into a hash by adding some of your favorite vegetables to the air fryer with the potatoes. Sometimes I like to add bell peppers, onions and zucchini!
• Pesto - Take these up a notch and drizzle some fresh pesto on top!

Check out some other great side dishes like these Air Fryer Frozen Vegetables, these Air Fryer Sausage Patties or this Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes!

FAQ's

Equipment

Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. See below for the equipment you will need to make this recipe.

• Air-Fryer
• Chef Knife
• Cutting Board
• Measuring Cups and Spoons

Storage

Store leftover diced potatoes in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days. You can reheat in the microwave, but you won’t get those nice crispy edges. For that, you’ll have to reheat the potatoes in your air fryer. Spread the leftover potatoes in the air fryer basket and fry at 400 degrees for 10 minutes or until crisp again.

These potatoes will freeze great! Spread on a baking sheet and freeze in a single layer for 2 hours or until potatoes are firm. Transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat at 400 degrees until hot and crispy.

Top tips

• All air fryers are different. Make sure you know your air fryer, it may take less or more time to cook your potatoes depending on how your air fryer cooks. Shake the basket at 15 minutes and then again at 7 minutes. The potatoes will be done when they are fork-tender and have a crispy exterior.
• It is very important to shake the air fryer basket halfway through the cooking time. The way an air fryer cooks is through circulating the air through the machine. So flipping the basket halfway through will ensure that all the potatoes will be cooked evenly.
• Brush the air-fryer basket with a little bit of olive oil before frying in addition to tossing the potatoes in the oil. It will help them to not stick to the air fryer.

What to Serve with These Potatoes!

• Vegetarian Stuffed Zucchini with Rice
• Dairy-Free Southwest Frittata
• Easy Air-Fryer Beyond Burger
• Easy Greek Falafel Gyros
• Gluten-Free and Vegan Skillet Lasagna
• Lions Mane Crab Cakes

Food safety

• Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.