Crispy Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes

Say hello to the crispiest air fryer smashed potatoes recipe; they're fluffy on the inside with buttery, crisp edges. You only need 5 ingredients to make these easy, flavorful, and garlicky smashed potatoes.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Serving servings

Ingredients

1 lb baby gold potatoes, about 8 - 10 small potatoes
1 Tbsp butter, melted
2 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp black pepper
Salt, to taste
2 Tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

Bring a pot of water to a boil over high heat and add in 2 teaspoons of salt. Meanwhile, wash and dry the potatoes, then add them to the boiling water and cook for 15 – 25 minutes, depending on the size of the potatoes. They should be fully cooked and fork-tender soft. Alternatively, you can air fry or microwave them (instructions below).
When the potatoes are cooked, drain them in a colander and let them sit for 5 minutes until they can be handled safely.
Meanwhile, preheat your air fryer to 400°F and coat with non-stick or olive oil spray.
Transfer the potatoes to a large sheet pan and use the bottom of a cup or serving fork to gently “smash” them. The thinner the potatoes, the crispier they will be. Be generous with the salt and pepper.
Drizzle with the melted butter first, followed by olive oil. Then, sprinkle with the garlic powder, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. I recommend being generous with salt and pepper.
Using a spatula, carefully add the smashed potatoes into the preheat air fryer basket, making sure they do not overlap or else they will not get crispy.
Air fry for 15 - 20 minutes, until the potatoes are super crispy and golden. Do not flip them while cooking!
Serve hot, garnished with parsley and flakey sea salt if desired.

Notes

Potatoes: You can use baby yellow, gold, or red potatoes.

Microwaving Potatoes: Add cleaned whole potatoes to a microwave-safe dish and microwave on high for about 5 - 8 minutes until cooked, then continue with step 4.

Air Frying Potatoes: Add cleaned whole potatoes to air fryer at 400°F for 15 - 20 minutes, then continue with step 4.

Make them Vegan: Use vegan butter or substitute with an additional 1 Tablespoon of olive oil.

Garlic Powder: I do not recommend substituting with fresh garlic (it will burn in the air fryer), you can use onion powder or paprika instead.

Storing & Reheating: Smashed potatoes are best served warm and fresh out of the air fryer. However, they can be but can be stored for up to 5 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. To reheat, air fry at 400°F for 5 - 8 minutes until warm.

Nutrition

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine American, Healthy

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