Air Fryer Sliced Potatoes

Ingredients

• 3 medium potatoes, thinly sliced about 2–3 mm thick
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp dried Italian herbs, optional

Instructions

1. Wash the potatoes well and slice them into thin, even rounds. A mandoline slicer works especially well for consistent thickness.
2. Place the potato slices in a bowl of cold water and soak for 15–20 minutes. This removes excess starch and helps the potatoes become crispier.
3. Drain the potatoes and pat them completely dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Removing moisture is important for a crisp finish.
4. Transfer the dry potato slices to a bowl.
5. Add olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and dried herbs.
6. Toss well until every slice is lightly coated with oil and seasoning.
7. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C) for about 3 minutes.
8. Arrange the potato slices in the air fryer basket in a mostly single layer. A little overlap is fine, but avoid packing them tightly.
9. Air fry for 12–15 minutes, shaking the basket or flipping the slices halfway through cooking.
10. Check the potatoes toward the end because thinner slices may cook faster.
11. For an extra-crispy finish, increase the temperature to 400°F (200°C) and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
12. Remove the potatoes when golden and crisp around the edges.
13. Taste and add a small extra sprinkle of salt if needed.
14. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Tips

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary.

Cut the potatoes as evenly as possible so they cook at the same rate.