Free Dinner Recipes E-book!   Download Now

  • Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

The Almond Eater logo

  • Browse Recipes
    • Recipes by Course
      • Breakfast
      • Lunch
      • Dinner
      • Desserts
      • Drinks
      • Snacks
      • Sides
      • The Almond Eater Monthly Cooking Challenge
    • Recipes by Diet
      • Vegetarian
      • Dairy Free
      • Gluten Free
      • Vegan
      • Mediterranean Diet
      • Paleo
      • Whole30
  • Meet Erin
  • Contact
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • Browse Recipes +
    • Recipes by Course +
      • Breakfast
      • Lunch
      • Dinner
      • Desserts
      • Drinks
      • Snacks
      • Sides
      • The Almond Eater Monthly Cooking Challenge
    • Recipes by Diet +
      • Vegetarian
      • Dairy Free
      • Gluten Free
      • Vegan
      • Mediterranean Diet
      • Paleo
      • Whole30
  • About Erin
  • Contact

Home » Recipes » Air Fryer Recipes

Air Fryer Potato Wedges

By Erin · April 24, 2021 · Updated September 26, 2021 · Leave a Comment

Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
  • Share
  • Tweet
Gluten FreeDairy FreeVeganVegetarianWhole30Paleo
crispy potato wedges on a plate and in an air fryer with text overlay

You're going to love these easy Air Fryer Potato Wedges! They're crispy on the outside, tender on the inside and made using only 3 ingredients. A delicious way to shake up your potato game!

cooked potato wedges on a plate with a side of ketchup

I’m not kidding when I say these air fryer potato wedges are CRISPY! Well, crispy on the outside but perfectly tender on the inside -- the ideal potato wedge if you ask me. 

At this point, I’ve made my fair share of air fryer recipes, like my air fryer chicken thighs and my air fryer scallops, but I don’t know why it’s taken me this long to give potato wedges a shot. 

Potatoes are my love language, and if they’re yours too, you MUST give this version a try. 

Recipe features

  • Fried potato wedges without the excess oil
  • Very crispy potato wedges
  • They cook in the air fryer in just 20 minutes! 
close up of a cooked potato

Ingredient notes:

Potatoes: You only need 1 russet potato, though if you want to double this recipe you can. One sliced potato should be able to fit into your air fryer all at once, so the potatoes will be done and ready to eat at the same time. 

Olive oil: Or sub avocado oil 

Seasoning: The fun part about this recipe is that you can use almost any seasoning and these will be delicious. I used garlic herb seasoning (my fave!), but other ideas are: za’atar, a combination of garlic powder and smoked paprika, salt and pepper (if you want to keep it simple), and SO many more options! 

Step-by-step instructions 

Step 1: Slice the potato. Scrub the potato to remove any dirt, then pat it dry. Slice it into wedges and place them into a large bowl. 

Step 2 (option 1): Add oil and spices. Next, drizzle oil and sprinkle the spices over the potatoes, then use a large spoon to stir so that they’re completely coated. 

Step 2 (option 2): Soak the potatoes. Soaking the potatoes will result in a slightly crispier potato wedge. To do so, simply fill the bowl with the potato wedges up with water so they’re covered, then let them sit for 30 minutes. Once the time is up, strain the water, then drizzle the wedges with oil and the seasoning. 

potato being sliced on a wooden cutting board
sliced russet potato in a large glass bowl

Step 3: Add potatoes. Whether you chose to soak the potatoes or not, now you can place the potato wedges in your air fryer in a single layer, making sure they don’t overlap. If the potatoes are touching too much, they won’t cook properly and therefore won’t be as crispy.

Step 4. Air fry. The final step is to air fry the potato wedges at 400° for 20 minutes, using kitchen tongs to flip halfway through. 

potato wedges in an air fryer

FAQs

Should you soak the potatoes ahead of time?

Short answer: maybe! I know, not helpful. Here’s the thing: I love a good shortcut, I really do. But, soaking the potato wedges does result in a crispier potato. So, if you have the time I say yes, but if you’re in a pinch these are still delicious even without soaking. 

Oh and in case you’re curious, the reason for soaking potatoes is that it removes excess starch. 

How should these be stored?

Store cooked potatoes in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

But to be honest, air fryer potato wedges taste best fresh! If you store them, they simply won’t be as crispy the next day (unless you throw them back into the air fryer, which you can do, just be careful not to overcook them). 

crispy seasoned potato wedges on a white plate

More potato recipes

  • Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes
  • Skillet Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
  • Microwave Sweet Potato
  • Cheesy Potato Chicken Sausage Casserole

If you made this recipe, be sure to leave a comment and star rating below. Thanks!

cooked potato wedges on a plate with a side of ketchup

Air Fryer Potato Wedges

You're going to love these easy Air Fryer Potato Wedges! They're crispy on the outside, tender on the inside and made using only 3 ingredients. A delicious way to shake up your potato game!
5 from 1 vote
Print Pin Rate
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Author: Erin

Ingredients

  • 1 russet potato large
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic herb seasoning or seasoning of your choice
  • nonstick spray
  • parsley or shredded parmesan for serving optional

Instructions

  • Rinse and scrub the potato, removing any dirt, then pat it dry. Use a sharp knife to slice it in half length-ways, then slice it into potato wedges.
  • Place the potato wedges into a large bowl. Next, you can do one of two things: 1) soak the potatoes or 2) skip the soaking step and begin cooking them. Soaking the potatoes results in a slightly crispier potato wedge, but if you're in a rush, you can skip this step.
  • To soak, simply fill the bowl with the potatoes up with water and let the potatoes sit for 30 minutes. Then, drain the water out, drizzle them with oil and seasoning and stir so they're coated. If you skipped the soaking step, you can just add the oil and seasoning and stir to combine.
  • Spray your air fryer with nonstick spray, then add the potato wedges in a single layer, making sure they don't overlap. Air fry them at 400° for 20 minutes, using kitchen tongs to flip them half way through.
  • Optional: sprinkle potatoes with fresh chopped parsley and/or grated parmesan and enjoy!

Notes

*Calories are per serving and are an estimation
*Prep time varies; if you soak the potato wedges ahead of time, it's more like 35 minutes; if you don't, the prep time is 5 minutes 
*If you don't have garlic herb seasoning, try using Italian seasoning, za'atar or a combination of garlic powder and smoked paprika 

Nutrition

Calories: 149kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 453mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
Did you Make this Recipe? Tag me Today!Leave a comment below and tag @thealmondeater on Instagram!
« Gluten Free Zucchini Bread
Pesto Zucchini Noodles »

About Erin

Erin is the recipe developer, writer and photographer behind the healthy food blog, The Almond Eater. She's been blogging since 2014 and loves to create food for many different diets, including vegan, gluten free and/or Whole30 recipes.

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Primary Sidebar

girl in kitchen

Hi, I'm Erin!

I share recipes for ALL diet types because I believe that healthy food should be incredibly delicious without being complicated. Learn more

Seasonal Picks

pasta salad made with mediterranean ingredients

Mediterranean Pasta Salad

bowl with lemon orzo salad beside a small dish of chopped fresh basil

Lemon Orzo Salad

cake on a cake stand with a slice cut out

Vegan Carrot Cake

berries and ice cream in a bowl

Gluten Free Rhubarb Crisp

Popular Recipes

pasta, peas and sausage in a skillet

Italian Chicken Sausage Pasta

bowl with ground pork and vegetables

Banh Mi Bowl (Paleo, Whole30)

a bowl of pasta with lentils and red sauce

Lentil Bolognese Recipe (Vegan + Gluten Free)

sweet potato brownies

Flourless Sweet Potato Brownies

dog eating cake

Mini Dog Birthday Cake

Caramelized Onion Spaghetti Squash | squash filled with onions, mushrooms and kale for a healthy, vegetarian meal | thealmondeater.com

Caramelized Onion Spaghetti Squash

As Featured On

Footer

  • Contact
  • Privacy
  • The Almond Eater Monthly Cooking Challenge

Copyright© 2023 | The Almond Eater. Site Credit

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter