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Golden, crispy, and packed with garlic-parmesan flavor – these Air Fryer Cubed Garlic and Parmesan Potatoes are so easy and delicious, they’ll quickly become your go-to side dish, snack, or game-day favorite!
No deep frying, no complicated prep work – just simple ingredients and a perfect crispy bite every time.
With both air fryer and oven options, you can enjoy these potatoes the way you prefer. Serve them alongside your favorite main dish, as a party appetizer, or just grab a fork and dig in.
If you love potatoes, just the way I do, you may also like these Air Fryer Small Potatoes, Potato Cheese Pancakes or Scalloped Potatoes With Cheddar.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Quick & Easy: No need to parboil—just chop, season, and cook!
- Crispy & Flavorful: Perfectly golden outside, soft and fluffy inside.
- Versatile: A tasty side for steak, chicken, or fish, or enjoy them as a snack!
- Customizable: Swap the seasonings or add your favorite cheese.
Recipe Tips & FAQs
- How do I get extra crispy potatoes? Soak the cubed potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking. This helps remove excess starch, making them crispier.
- Should I peel the potatoes? Peeling gives a smoother texture, but leaving the skin on adds extra crispiness and nutrients. Just make sure you clean the skins well.
- What’s the best type of potato to use? Yellow or Yukon Gold potatoes are best for a creamy texture inside and crispy outside. You can also use Russet potatoes for an even crispier finish.
- How to cook them evenly? Cut the potatoes into uniform ½-inch cubes and toss them at least once, preferably halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
Serving Suggestions:
How to serve these crispy garlicky potato cubes?
- As a side dish for grilled meats, burgers, or eggs.
- With your favorite dipping sauce as a snack.
- Game day favorite—pair with ranch, aioli, or ketchup!
Give them a try today, and let me know how you like to serve them.
Garlic and parmesan potatoes
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Ingredients
- 1 lb 500g Yukon Gold potatoes (scrubbed or peeled)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
Garlic Butter Parmesan Topping:
- 4 tbsp 115g butter, melted
- 2 garlic cloves, pressed or minced
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
Prep the Potatoes
- Cut potatoes into ½-inch (1.5 cm) cubes for even cooking.
- Place the cubes in a bowl of cold water and let soak for 30 minutes. This helps remove excess starch for crispier potatoes.
- Drain, rinse, and pat dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel.
Season the Potatoes
- In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, oregano, and paprika until evenly coated.
- Cooking Methods
Air Fryer Method:
- Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (180°C) for 5 minutes.
- Spread the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 18-20 minutes, shaking the basket 2-3 times for even crisping.
Oven Method:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the potatoes in a single layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, tossing occasionally, until golden and crispy.
- Add the Garlic Butter & Parmesan
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with garlic.
- Drizzle the garlic butter over the hot potatoes.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan on top and toss gently to coat.
Notes
Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer or oven to crisp them back up.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
