Air Fryer Parmesan Potatoes (Printer-Friendly)
Golden potatoes crisped in the air fryer with garlic, butter, and parmesan for a simple, flavorful side.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Potatoes
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15 mini potatoes, halved
→ Dairy
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8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
→ Seasonings
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2 teaspoons paprika
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4 cloves garlic, finely minced
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Herbs
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
# Steps to Prepare:
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Remove the slotted air fryer basket, leaving the base tray in place, and preheat the air fryer to 200°C.
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Combine melted butter, 4 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese, paprika, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper in the base of the air fryer.
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Score the cut side of each potato half with a paring knife.
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Place potato halves cut side down in the air fryer basket and use a silicone brush to coat the tops with the butter mixture.
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Sprinkle 2–3 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese over the potatoes and air fry at 200°C for 20 minutes.
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Flip the potatoes, add the remaining Parmesan cheese and half the fresh parsley, then continue air frying for 10 minutes.
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Garnish with the remaining chopped parsley and serve immediately.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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Sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese over hot potatoes if desired for a meltier finish.
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Arrange potatoes in a single layer for consistent crispiness; work in batches if necessary.
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For extra crisp potatoes, soak cut potatoes in cold water for 20–30 minutes to remove starch, then dry thoroughly.
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Leaving the skins on enhances crispness and flavour.