Diced potatoes are tossed with melted butter and a tasty blend of Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and dried dill, then cooked until crispy in the air fryer! With thisAir Fryer Roasted Potatorecipe, you can throw together a classic and flavorful side dish in no time.

air fryer roasted potatoes with herbs on a plate.

Roasted potatoes in the air fryer is one of my go to side dishes. You can quite literallyserve these potatoeswith anything and they will complement your meal perfectly. I love the savory and bold flavors that come from the Italian seasoning, dill, and garlic powder; however, you can use any spices to give your potatoes a unique and unforgettable taste.

The melted butter coats the diced potatoes nicely to help them get that golden, crispy texture on the outside. To add a nice garnish on these potatoes before serving, you can sprinkle some grated parmesan cheese or fresh parsley on top.

If you are looking for a quick and easy side dish for your weeknight dinner, give air fryer roasted potatoes a try!

air fryer roasted potatoes on a big white spoon over the black air fryer basket.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

It is incredibly simple to make.
You can modify it with a variety of spices.
These potatoes go great with numerous dishes.

Recipe Ingredients

portion bowls each with digitally labeled raw ingredients to make air fryer roasted potatoes.

Russet Potatoes—Washed and diced.
Butter—Melted. To coat your potatoes with spices and help the edges become crispy.
Italian Seasoning—For a nice earthy flavor.
Dried Dill—To give your potatoes a fresh and bright undertone.
Garlic Powder—To tie all of the flavors together and add a savory taste.

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

How to Make Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes

portion bowls each with raw ingredient to make air fryer roasted potatoes.

glass mixing bowl with raw and seasoned potatoes.

Step #1.Preheat your air fryer. Wash your potatoes then dice them into pieces about one inch wide.

Step #2.Add your diced potatoes to a large bowl along with the melted butter, Italian seasoning, dill, and garlic powder.

black air fryer basket with diced uncooked potatoes.

black air fryer basket with diced cooked potatoes.

Step #3.Transfer your potatoes to your air fryer basket and cook. Give your potatoes a stir about halfway through and continue cooking.

Step #4.Serve and enjoy!

Recipe FAQs

Do I need to boil the potatoes before air frying them?

Some people will boil potatoes before cooking in the oven to help them cook faster, but it is not necessary in this recipe. The air fryer does a great job at crisping up the edges and cooking the potatoes quickly all at once!

How can I tell when the potatoes are done cooking?

Try poking a few of the potatoes with a fork. If there is little to no resistance then your potatoes are done cooking! You can also keep an eye on the edges to ensure they are golden brown and crispy but not burnt. Stirring the potatoes or shaking the basket about halfway through will ensure that they are cooked evenly on all sides.

What kind of potatoes are best for the air fryer?

We used Russet potatoes in this recipe, but you can also substitute them for Yukon gold or baby red potatoes. As long as you have about 4 cups of diced potatoes you will be good to go.

Why are my potatoes not getting crispy?

If you find that your potatoes are not getting very crispy in the air fryer, there is probably an excess of moisture on your potatoes, they are not completely covered in the butter, or the air is not freely flowing while it cooks. Ensure that you pat dry the diced potatoes before you add the butter and seasoning to remove any moisture. The butter will help the potatoes have a nice crispy edge, so mix them well. Lastly, do not overcrowd the air fryer, keep the potatoes on a single layer and not touch each other. If you follow these steps you are guaranteed to have crispy potatoes!

air fried roasted potatoes on a gold fork over a white plate of other potatoes.

How to Serve and Store Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes

Roasted potatoes make a fabulous side dish. Try adding these potatoes as a side toeasy baked salmon,slow cooker pork tenderloin, roast beef, or simpleskillet chicken parmesanalong with a roasted vegetable such asasparagus. I like to top mine with a bit of sour cream or parmesan cheese for an extra garnish. You simply can’t go wrong with serving these savory, roasted potatoes.

Any leftover roasted potatoes can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge, for up to 5 days! You can reheat your potatoes in the microwave for about 45 seconds, or in the air fryer for 5 minutes at 370°F. Please note that reheated potatoes will not be as crispy as fresh potatoes but they will still bring on the flavor.

Expert Tips

Salted or unsalted butter will both work for this recipe!If you use unsalted butter, you will want to add ½ teaspoon of salt to your potatoes especially if you are using sweeter Yukon gold potatoes.
When dicing the potatoes,try to keep the pieces about the same size. This will ensure that they cook at the same rate.
Don’t worry about peeling your potatoes before cooking them! The skin adds a nice texture and delicious salty flavor.
Other spices you can add to these potatoes for a different flavor include dried thyme, rosemary, onion powder, paprika, or lemon pepper.
You can replace the butter with olive oil or coconut oil.