Air Fryer Potato and Onions
These Air Fryer Potato and Onions make a quick and simple side dish that works for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With just a few pantry staples, the potatoes come out golden brown and fork-tender with very little prep. Check out the video below to see the easy tossing method and exactly what the finished dish should look like.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple Ingredients: Uses basic pantry seasonings and oils you likely already have on hand.
- Golden Texture: The air fryer gives the potatoes a beautiful golden brown finish without deep frying.
- Quick Cook Time: The entire batch cooks in just 12 to 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- Potatoes (chopped)
- Onions (chopped)
- Canola oil
- Melted butter
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F.
- In a large bowl, add the chopped potatoes and chopped onions.
- Pour in the canola oil and melted butter, then season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Toss the potatoes and onions until everything is well coated.
- Add the mixture to the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 12 to 15 minutes until the potatoes are golden brown and fork-tender.
- Halfway through the cooking time, open the air fryer basket and give it a good shake for even cooking.
- Remove the potatoes from the air fryer, let them cool slightly, and serve.
Tips for the Best Results
Single Layer: Keep the potatoes and onions in a single layer in the air fryer basket so they cook evenly and get a nice crust.
Shake for Even Browning: Shaking the basket halfway through is key to making sure the vegetables brown evenly on all sides.
Garnish: As shown in the video, you can top the finished dish with a sprinkle of fresh sliced green onions for a pop of color and extra flavor.
