Our air fryer potato wedges are the best! So while many other recipes result in unevenly cooked potatoes that are limp and dry, ours are delicious.
Inside they are fluffy and airy while the outside is crunchy and well-seasoned.
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So, are you ready to make your new favorite side dish? Let’s get started!
By the way, looking for something to dip your wedges in? Check out our amazing honey mustard sauce. You’ll never stop making it!
Why You’ll Love Our Air Fryer Potato Wedges Recipe…
- Each potato wedge is a heavenly combination of crispy exterior with a creamy and fluffy interior.
- They’re an ideal side for chicken sandwiches, burgers, and tenders.
- You don’t need to plan in advance to make them. If you have potatoes you can make this recipe today!
Ingredients
- Yukon Gold Potatoes – for potato wedges that are creamy on the inside and creamy on the outside.
- Oil – use a neutral oil like vegetable, canola, or peanut oil.
- Seasonings – use our seasoning blend or your favorite seasoning blend instead.
- Salt – Say no to table salt. Use kosher instead.
- Pepper – Fresh ground black pepper is much better than the pre-ground stuff.
See the recipe card for quantities.
Why Use Yukon Gold Potatoes?
But Yukon Gold taters are magical. They are firm, have some starch, and have a more rounded shape.
They stand up to high heat cooking and become creamy with a slightly buttery flavor while crispy on the outside.
And unlike the Russet, you don’t have to soak Yukon Gold potatoes to remove excess starch. They’ll still crisp up in the air fryer.
How to Make Air Fryer Potato Wedges
First, you’ll want to preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees.
Step 1: Cut the potatoes
After gathering all your ingredients, the first step is to rinse and cut the potatoes in half lengthwise, as shown in the image above.
Then cut the potatoes in half again, lengthwise, then again as shown. Doing so will yield eight pieces per potato.
Cut all of your potatoes in this manner.
Step 2. Rinse, Dry, and Toss with Oil
Next, place those lovely spuds in a bowl and rinse them in cold water until the water runs clean.
Then, place them on a plate or baking tray or plate and pat them dry with paper towel. Next, add them to a bowl and toss with oil.
Step 3. Time to Air Fry
Add the potato slices to the air fryer basket and cook for 12 minutes or until fork tender.
Step 4. Season and Fry Again
Next, add them back to the bowl and toss them with the salt, seasonings, and remaining oil.
Then, increase the temperature to 400 degrees. Add them back to the air fryer for another 12 to 15 minutes.
Variations
- Parmesan-Herb – After air frying, toss with parmesan and dried parsley, oregano, and/or basil.
- Cajun – For a spicy kick, before the second round of air frying, toss your spuds with a Cajun spice blend that includes cayenne pepper, onion powder, thyme, and red pepper flakes.
- Sweet & Smoky – Follow the steps, then when it’s time to season the wedges, coat them with a mix of brown sugar, smoked paprika, a hint of cinnamon, and a dash of salt.
- Taco Flavor – This one is so simple. Before the second round in the air fryer, toss your wedges in taco seasoning.
Equipment
You’ll need a quality air fryer to make this recipe. We like the Instant Pot Vortex. We’ve had one for years now, and it performs just as good as the day we bought it.
How to Store & Reheat Air Fryer Potato Wedges
Before storing, allow them to cool down completely to avoid condensation which can make them soggy.
Then, place them in an airtight container for up to four days. When you are ready to have them again, reheat by placing them in the air fryer at 400 degrees for about five minutes until they are hot and crispy.
Top tip
Every few minutes, remove the air fryer basket and gently shake it. Emphasis on gently, as you don’t want to break them.
This step will help them to brown more evenly.
Make It A Meal
Looking for other recipes like this? Try these:
Air Fryer Potato Wedges Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ½ Pds Yellow Potatoes
- 2 Tbsps Vegetable Oil
Seasoning Blend
- ½ Tsp Garlic Powder
- ½ Tsp Onion Powder
- ¼ Tsp Paprika
- ¼ Tsp Kosher Salt
- ¼ Tsp Oregano
- ⅛ Tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees.
- Using a sharp knife, cut each potato in half lengthwise. Put the cut side on the cutting board and cut in half lengthwise. Now, cut each quarter in half again. You will have 8 total wedges.
- Rinse the wedges until the water runs clean.
- Add the wedges to a cookie sheet lined with paper towel. Pat dry each wedge and place it in a medium bowl.
- Drizzle 1 tablespoon of the oil and place the wedges in the air fryer. Cook for 12 minutes or until fork tender. Make sure to shake the basket a few times during this time.
- After cooking, add the wedges back to the medium bowl. Pour the remaining oil and seasoning over the potatoes and toss together to coat evenly.
- Raise the temperature to 400 degrees and cook the wedges for another 12-15 minutes or until crispy.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Notes
- Refrigerate any leftovers in an air tight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat at 400 degrees for 4-6 minutes.
Nutrition
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Can I freeze them after cooking them and reheat later?
Yes, reheat frozen potato wedges in an air fryer at 400°F for 10-15 minutes, shaking halfway, until hot and crispy.