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Air Fryer Potato Wedges

These Air Fryer Potato Wedges are crispy and golden on the outside while staying fluffy and tender inside. Made with russet potatoes, garlic, Italian seasoning, and a touch of chili, they’re an easy side dish or snack that comes together with very little oil. Soaking the potatoes first helps remove excess starch for an especially crisp finish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Soaking Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 269
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon red chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese optional
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Kitchen Towel
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly and leave the skins on. Cut each potato in half lengthwise, then cut each half into 3-4 evenly sized wedges.
    Air Fryer Potato Wedges Recipe
  2. Place the potato wedges in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for 15 minutes. Drain thoroughly and pat them completely dry with a clean kitchen towel.
  3. Add the dry potato wedges to a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle in the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, then toss until every wedge is evenly coated.
    Air Fryer Potato Wedges Recipe
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for about 3 minutes. Lightly grease the basket if needed to prevent sticking.
  5. Place the seasoned potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving a little space between the wedges. Cook in batches if necessary, as overcrowding can prevent them from becoming crisp.
    Air Fryer Potato Wedges Recipe
  6. Cook at 400°F for 13-15 minutes, shaking the basket or turning the wedges halfway through cooking. Continue for another minute or two if needed until the edges are deeply golden and crisp and transfer the hot wedges to a serving plate and sprinkle with Parmesan and fresh parsley or cilantro, if using. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.