These air fryer garlic Parmesan potatoes are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and packed with bold, savory flavor. Perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or snack, they’re easy enough for beginners and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, washed and quartered
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add the quartered potatoes to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the seasoning.
Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the potatoes and mix again so they are well covered.
Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding.
Air fry for 15–20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Soak first: For maximum crispiness, soak potato quarters in cold water for 30 minutes, then dry thoroughly before seasoning.
Single layer: Cooking in one layer helps the potatoes crisp instead of steam.
Cheese timing: Mixing Parmesan with the potatoes before cooking creates a crispy, savory crust.
Flavor boost: Add extra garlic powder or paprika if you like bold flavors.