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    Published: Mar 15, 2022 · Modified: Apr 18, 2023 by bri · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes (Home Fries)

    These crispy seasoned air fryer breakfast potatoes feature a "secret" ingredient for extra flavorful home fries! Delicious, fast to make, and lighter on oil. This easy recipe is always a hit at the breakfast table. (Vegan, Gluten Free)
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    Close up of crispy air fryer breakfast potatoes (home fries)

    This Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes recipe makes crispy and flavorful home fries, but with a lot less oil. The potatoes are seasoned with a simple blend of spices—and a "secret" ingredient that takes them over the top!

    Make these diner-style home fries for your next weekend breakfast. The air fryer cooks them fast, frees up the oven, and there's no preheating involved. We love to serve a homemade sauce for breakfast potatoes—like Vegan Dijon Aioli, Sriracha Aioli, Chipotle Mayo, or Peri Peri Sauce...but ketchup works too!

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    • Why you'll love this recipe
    • Recipe video
    • What potatoes are best for home fries?
    • Ingredients (and substitutes)
    • How to make (step-by-step photos)
    • Recipe FAQs
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    Why you'll love this recipe

    • Secret ingredient for the best breakfast potatoes: Dijon mustard and potatoes might sound like an odd pairing, but it's utterly delicious. And, nobody will ever guess there's mustard in the recipe. Once you try it, you'll never want to make potatoes any other way!
    • Fast to make: The air fryer makes crispy breakfast potatoes in a fraction of the time. And, there's no need to preheat your oven for this recipe.
    • Light on oil: Diner-style breakfast potatoes are usually deep-fried. Even store-bought home fries are fried before being frozen! However, this recipe uses much less oil. And thanks to the air fryer, they still turn out crispy and delicious.

    Recipe video

    Watch how to make these air fryer breakfast potatoes in this step-by-step video

    What potatoes are best for home fries?

    We recommend Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes for breakfast potatoes or home fries. Here's how they compare:

    Russet potatoes are considered a "starchy" (or "floury") potato. They get crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside when baked, due to their low moisture content. However, because of this, russet potatoes are also more likely to fall apart when cooked. Russet potatoes have a thick skin, so you may prefer to peel them. But, while peeling can help with texture, you do lose some of the potato flavor in the skin.

    Yukon Gold potatoes are in between a "starchy" and "waxy" potato. For this reason, they are often considered an all-purpose potato. Yukon Golds have a rich almost buttery flavor, and because the skin is thin, peeling is usually unnecessary. They have a medium starch and moisture content, so the inside will be creamier and not quite as dry/crisp as home fries made with Russets. But, they are extremely flavorful and hold their shape.

    Pro tip: Choose Yukon Gold potatoes for flavorful buttery-tasting home fries that definitely don't need to be peeled. Choose Russet potatoes for the crispiest air fryer breakfast potatoes.

    Ingredients (and substitutes)

    These air fryer breakfast potatoes take only 6 ingredients to make—plus salt and pepper! Here are the ingredients you need for this home fries recipe:

    Ingredients to make air fryer breakfast potatoes (olive oil, mustard, spices, potatoes)
    • Potatoes: We prefer the flavor of Yukon Gold potatoes. They also have more tender skin, so we almost always skip peeling them. But, Russet potatoes yield slightly drier/crisper breakfast potatoes. Either variety works in this recipe.
    • Olive oil: The air fryer makes crispy home fries without deep frying! But, don't skip the oil altogether because it makes the potatoes crisp and flavorful.
    • Dijon Mustard: Roasting potatoes in mustard is a trick we learned from Ina Garten. It adds amazing depth of flavor, but nobody will ever guess there's mustard in the recipe. Even self proclaimed "mustard haters" love these potatoes! If you don't have dijon mustard, you can use a whole grain mustard instead.

    Find the recipe card below for the complete recipe, including all ingredients and instructions.

    Love potatoes? Check out these other potato recipes: Vegan Potato Leek Soup, Grilled Potato Salad, Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie, and Veggie Pot Pies with Crispy Potatoes.

    How to make (step-by-step photos)

    It's easy to make these crispy and delicious breakfast potatoes. Thanks to the air fryer, you don't even need to preheat your oven! Here's how to make them:

    Potatoes on a cutting board being diced for air fryer breakfast potatoes.
    1. Dice the potatoes into small cubes. (Peeling the potatoes is optional).
    Diced potatoes in a bowl with other ingredients to make breakfast potatoes, about to be mixed.
    2. Toss the potatoes with olive oil, then add the remaining seasonings.
    Seasoned breakfast potatoes in an air fryer basket about to be baked.
    3. Spread the seasoned potatoes into a single layer in the air fryer basket.
    Crispy air fryer breakfast potatoes after baking.
    4. Bake in the air fryer until potatoes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

    Find the recipe card below for the complete recipe, including all ingredients and instructions.

    Recipe FAQs

    Can I add onion and/or vegetables to breakfast potatoes?

    You can add onion or other veggies, but keep in mind they'd add moisture, so your breakfast potatoes won't be quite as crisp.
    For this air fryer breakfast potatoes recipe, you can add up to 1.5 cups of diced onion and/or bell peppers for every 1.5 lb of russet potatoes. (Choose Russet if adding veggies, since they are less starchy). Bake the seasoned potatoes on their own (without veggies) for 10 minutes, then shake the basket and add the lightly oiled veggies. Bake for another 10 to 15 minutes until potatoes are cooked through.

    What can I use instead of dijon mustard?

    Grainy (old-fashioned) mustard is the next best substitute in this recipe. Otherwise, you can use regular yellow mustard instead.

    How to reheat breakfast potatoes?

    To reheat the breakfast potatoes, warm them in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes or until heated through.

    A plate of air fryer breakfast potatoes with dip on the breakfast table with juice, coffee, fruit, eggs, toast.
    Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes (Home Fries) served with Easy Dijon Aioli (vegan friendly).
    A plate of crispy air fryer breakfast potatoes with soft scrambled eggs.

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    Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes (Home Fries)

    These crispy seasoned air fryer breakfast potatoes feature a "secret" ingredient for extra flavorful home fries! Delicious, fast to make, and lighter on oil. This easy recipe is always a hit at the breakfast table. (Vegan, Gluten Free)
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes minutes
    Servings 4
    Author: Bri
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    Ingredients

    • 1½ lb potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet, see note 1)
    • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard (or grainy mustard)
    • 1½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon paprika
    • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
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    Instructions

    • Prep potatoes: Dice potatoes into ½-inch cubes (1.3 cm). Add potatoes to a large bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss until well coated.
    • Season: Add dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly mixed.
    • Bake: Spread seasoned potatoes into a single layer in an air fryer basket (see note 2). Bake in an air fryer (no need to preheat) at 400°F (200°C), until golden brown, about 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. (Cooking time varies based on the size of the potatoes).
    • Serve: Taste and season with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot, with sauce, if desired (see note 3).

    Notes

    1. Potatoes: About 5 cups diced. Yukon Gold will yield flavorful, almost buttery tasting home fries that definitely don't need to be peeled (the skin has flavor too!). But if you want the crispiest home fries, choose Russet potatoes. See the post for a detailed comparison of these two potatoes.
    2. Don't overcrowd basket: If there's some potatoes overlapping, that's okay, just make sure to vigorously shake the basket halfway through. If doubling the recipe, bake in two batches.
    3. Sauce (optional): These potatoes are delicious served with a creamy sauce, such as Easy Dijon Aioli, 2 Ingredient Chipotle Mayo, or Sriracha Aioli. Or, serve with ketchup and/or hot sauce.
    4. Vegetable variation: You can add up to 1.5 cups of diced onion and/or bell pepper, but be aware they introduce moisture, so the potatoes won't be as crisp. If adding vegetables, let the potatoes bake in the air fryer alone for 10 minutes. Toss the diced vegetables with a bit of oil (about 1 teaspoon), add them to the basket, shake to mix, then air fry for another 10 to 15 minutes until the potatoes are cooked through and golden brown.
    5. Storage & reheating tips: Refrigerate extra breakfast potatoes in a resealable container. Reheat in an air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes or until heated through. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 676mg | Potassium: 761mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 256IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 2mg
    Did you make this recipe?Let us know by leaving a rating below and tag us @evergreenkitchen on instagram!

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    1. Teragram says

      August 15, 2023 at 10:27 pm

      5 stars
      Fantastic air fryer recipe. I wouldn’t change a thing. They browned beautifully and were very flavorful. 20 min. At 400 degrees is just about right for the average air fryer.

      Reply
      • bri says

        August 22, 2023 at 5:06 pm

        Yay, we're so glad to hear it! Glad you enjoyed this recipe:) Hope you have a great week ahead!

        Reply
    2. David F says

      February 09, 2023 at 7:21 pm

      5 stars
      My family is obsessed with these! The dijon mustard is a clever touch.

      Reply
      • bri says

        February 13, 2023 at 1:58 am

        So glad to hear that David! Thank you for taking the time to write in - we really appreciate it!

        Reply
    3. Amber says

      February 01, 2023 at 6:04 pm

      5 stars
      wow, wow, wow! dijon was a game changer. these potatoes came out so good!!! a perfectly crisped outside and soft on the inside. 10/10

      Reply
      • bri says

        February 06, 2023 at 4:19 am

        Hi Amber! So glad you enjoyed these breakfast potatoes:) And yes, we agree - dijon is a game changer for sure. Hope you have a lovely week ahead!

        Reply
    4. Betty says

      December 22, 2022 at 7:01 pm

      5 stars
      I just got an air fryer (early gift to myself for the holidays!) and took it for a spin with these breakfast potatoes. They turned out great! I loved that I didn't need to turn on my oven. And the flavour was fabulous!! 5 stars

      Reply
      • bri says

        December 30, 2022 at 7:48 am

        What a great gift Betty! Happy to hear you enjoyed these home fries! Thank you so much for taking the time to write in.

        Reply
    5. Judy says

      December 11, 2022 at 5:57 pm

      5 stars
      These were delicious. I was initially worried about the Dijon but in the end you couldn't even taste it. Thank you so much for posting.

      Reply
      • bri says

        December 12, 2022 at 11:35 pm

        Hi Judy! Yay, so happy to hear you enjoyed this recipe! We find the Dijon helps to add a bit of flavor, without being overly "mustardy". We use it on potatoes often, and even non-mustard lovers enjoy them! Have a great week ahead.

        Reply
    6. Lianne says

      September 23, 2022 at 5:14 pm

      5 stars
      I will never make breakfast potatoes any other way.

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      • bri says

        September 23, 2022 at 8:05 pm

        What a compliment!!! Thank you so much Lianne! Hope you have a lovely rest of your day:)

        Reply
    7. Kira P says

      September 20, 2022 at 4:17 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is so easy and soooo tasty. Will definitely be making again. THANK YOU!

      Reply
      • bri says

        September 23, 2022 at 8:08 pm

        Glad you enjoyed making these air fryer potatoes Kira! Thank YOU for taking the time to write a review. It means a lot!

        Reply
    8. Suzanne says

      August 16, 2022 at 6:00 am

      5 stars
      Loved these! With the summer heat these days, I especially appreciated not having to turn the oven on. Air fryer for the win!

      Reply
      • bri says

        May 04, 2023 at 1:22 am

        Hi Suzanne! Thanks for writing in:) Happy to hear you enjoyed this recipe!

        Reply
    9. Katie M says

      August 14, 2022 at 1:49 am

      5 stars
      Made these for family breakfast this morning. Kids requested them again tomorrow. Thank you for this fab recipe!

      Reply
      • bri says

        August 16, 2022 at 6:12 am

        Hi Katie! So glad to hear they were a hit with the family! Thanks for sharing!

        Reply
    10. Haley says

      August 12, 2022 at 5:57 am

      5 stars
      How are there no reviews on this recipe yet?! We just made them (for dinner, don't judge...) and they were DELISH!

      Reply

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