Air Fryer Potato Wedges

Why You’ll Love This Crispy Potato Wedges Recipe

• Light and crispy. These ultra-easy potato wedges satisfy any craving for fries, and they turn out so much lighter in the air fryer! I use fresh ingredients and minimal oil, and the results are always crispy and well-seasoned.
• Quick and easy prep. There’s no need for peeling or parboiling with this recipe. Have your potatoes sliced and in the air fryer in 15 minutes or less.
• Versatile. Serve these air fryer potato wedges with your favorite chicken, burger, or just about anything else (I share more ideas later). Each golden, seasoned wedge is perfect for dunking in ketchup or topping with chili. The sky’s the limit. These are sure to become a favorite side dish, just like they are in our house!

Forget fast food– the air fryer is perfect for recreating my favorites at home, in a way that’s far less greasy than deep-frying. I use it to cook everything from air fryer chicken wings and fried pickles, to air fryer hot dogs, and more delicious air fryer recipes.

Ingredients You’ll Need

To make these potatoes, you’ll need a few basic seasonings and spices, plus potatoes and oil. I also like to top mine with Parmesan and parsley for a pretty presentation and even more flavor. I’ve included some notes here. Scroll down to the recipe card for a printable list of ingredients.

• Potatoes – No need to peel the potatoes, but do give them a good scrub and rinse beforehand.
• Olive Oil – Or another cooking oil of your choice, like avocado oil. 
• Seasonings – I make a simple potato seasoning with onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. You can always change up the seasoning with any blend you like! Try Cajun spice or sazon seasoning.
• Toppings – Fresh parsley and minced parmesan cheese give the potatoes just the right touch.

How to Make Air Fryer Potato Wedges

With this easy air fryer recipe, you don’t even have to peel or par-boil the potatoes. Just season them up and let the air fryer do the rest! Here’s a quick step-by-step. Scroll down to the recipe card after the post for printable instructions.

• Cut the potatoes. First, wash the potatoes and cut them into wedges. The easiest way to do this is to cut each potato in half lengthwise, and then cut each half into four long wedges.
• Season the Potatoes. Next, toss the wedges with olive oil and seasonings until they’re evenly coated.
• Air fry. Arrange the seasoned potato wedges in the air fryer basket, skins facing down. Don’t crowd the basket. Cook at 400º F for 15-18 minutes, or until the wedges are golden and cooked through.
• Enjoy! Serve your air fryer potato wedges immediately, topped with grated parmesan cheese and minced parsley.

How Long Should I Cook Potato Wedges In the Air Fryer?

In my experience, I usually start at 15 minutes of cooking time, have a quick check, and then cook for longer as needed. These potato wedges are done cooking when they’re golden and crispy at the edges and fork-tender on the inside.

Tips for Success

• Use a pastry brush. I like to use a pastry brush to spread the olive oil evenly over the sides of the potato wedges, to get the surfaces coated with a thin layer of oil. You can also put your potato wedges in a zip-top bag along with the oil, and shake it well until the wedges are thoroughly coated.
• Get the timing right. Different air fryer models will cook a little differently. Depending on the size and design of your air fryer, your potato wedges might take longer or less time to cook. Adjust the time as needed to get your desired result.
• Preheat the air fryer as needed. Some air fryer models require preheating, but the air fryer model that I used in this recipe works without preheating. Refer to your air fryer’s owner’s manual.
• To shake, or not to shake: Air fryer recipes often say to shake the basket halfway through the cooking time. If you’re cooking your wedges in a single layer (my recommended method), that’s not really necessary. If you have to cook them in more than one layer, though, definitely give the basket a shake for better results.

Can I Make These In the Oven Instead?

Absolutely! If you don’t have an air fryer, these wedges come out deliciously crispy in the oven, too. Follow the cooking directions for my crispy baked potato wedges. The secret is to start off in a hot oven and then reduce the heat after the first 15 minutes, so the insides get meltingly soft while the outsides get crispy.

Serving Suggestions

I can’t think of many meals that aren’t made better with a side of crispy, well-seasoned spuds. I love these air fryer potato wedges with chuleta frita (pan-fried Puerto Rican pork chops), and the rest of the family goes crazy for chicken and fries, especially if it’s chicken fried chicken or honey mustard chicken. Of course, any kind of burger is great with potato wedges. If you want something a little different, try these zesty Greek turkey burgers or these cheese-stuffed burgers (also great in the air fryer!).

Storing and Reheating Leftovers

• Refrigerate: Store leftover potato wedges in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Reheat: To reheat these wedges, return them to the air fryer or warm them in the oven at 350ºF until they’re hot throughout.

Can I Freeze Homemade Potato Wedges?

• To freeze before frying, cut the potatoes into wedges, cook them in boiling water for three to four minutes, and drain very well. Once the wedges have cooled, oil and season them, and then arrange them on a baking sheet in a single layer. Freeze for an hour until solid. Then pack your frozen wedges into a freezer bag, and store them in the freezer for three months. Air fry directly from frozen.
• To freeze after air frying, just cool them down and place them on a baking sheet in the freezer for an hour. Once they’re frozen solid, pack them into a freezer bag and freeze them for up to three months. Reheat directly from frozen.

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