Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes Recipe

Smashed potatoes are big enough to enjoy as a side dish yet, small and flat enough to be served as an appetizer with your favorite dip.

I like how air frying these potatoes is easier and healthier than frying them in oil.

Have you tried my Air Fryer Ranch Potatoes

Made with just three ingredients, those tasty diced potatoes bites are bursting with savory ranch flavor. Both that recipe for potato bites and this recipe for smashed potatoes are delicious potato appetizer or side recipes that can be made in an air fryer.

An air fryer liner can be used to when frying these potatoes. You can find air fryer liners here.

Why you will love smashed potatoes.

These Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes are crispy, golden, and undoubtedly the perfect side dish. They are also versatile enough to be served as an appetizer with Ranch Dip or Homemade Ketchup

Here is what else you will like about this recipe.

• It takes just potatoes, a bit of oil, and some seasonings to make this recipe.
• This recipe is quick and easy to make.
• Personalizing this recipe is as easy as adding your favorites seasonings or using melted butter instead of olive oil.
• Leftovers taste great the next day as is or heated up.

Ingredients you will need to make

• Potatoes Baby (such as gold) potatoes work best in this recipe as they can be easily smashed.
• Olive Oil. Adds flavor and allows the potatoes to get crips when air fried.
• Seasonings. Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, and salt and pepper to taste.

Expert Tip 👉 For larger smashed potatoes, yukon gold work well, Red Potatoes, Baby potatoes or Fingerling potatoes are ideal for this recipe as they are small and cook evenly.

How to make Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes

Prep Time: 5 minutes plus boiling time (about 15-20 minutes) .
Air Fry Time: 10-15 minutes, depending on the potatoes and your air fryer .
Servings: 4 .

1. Boil. Start by boiling your potatoes in a large pot until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes). Then carefully drain the potatoes and let them cool for a few minutes. While your potatoes are cooling you can prepare your air fryer and preheat to 400°F (200°C).
2. Smash. Carefully use the bottom of a sturdy glass or mug to smash the potatoes, while they are still warm, to about a half inch thickness .
3. Season. Use a pastry brush or similar item to brush the oil on the smashed potatoes. Then season the potatoes with your seasonings.
4. Air Fry. Arrange the smashed potatoes in your air fryer so that there is space between them. Then air fry until crispy and golden brown (about 10-15 minutes), flipping the potatoes over after six minutes .

Tips for making the best smashed potatoes.

Boiling the potatoes before until fork tender before smashing and air frying them is essential for the potatoes to be cooked through and soft and fluffy in the center. However, over-boiling the potatoes will cause them to fall apart in the air fryer.

More helpful tips for you.

1. When smashing your potatoes, make sure that they are all smashed to the same thickness (about ½"). This will allow the potatoes to air fry uniformly.
2. Instead of air frying, this recipe can be made in an oven preheated to 425°F (220°C) for about 25-30 minutes or until crispy, flipping halfway through.
3. Lastly, a large air fryer was used to make my smashed potatoes. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to make this recipe in batches so that the potatoes can all be properly cooked.