Air Fryer Garlic-Parmesan Potato Wedges

This cooking method, along with a little oil and Parmesan cheese, makes these potato wedges come out nice and crispy. I used garlic powder and Italian seasoning, but your favorite seasonings can be substituted. Add salt if you must, but the Parmesan cheese provides plenty of salt, especially for those of us who are trying to reduce excessive salt in our diets.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

  • 1 large russet potato, scrubbed

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 1 tablespoon finely grated Parmesan cheese

  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning

Directions

  1. Preheat an air fryer to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions. Line the basket with nonstick foil.

  2. Pierce the potato several times with a paring knife. Microwave on high power until very soft, 7 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking. Remove and let cool enough to handle.

  3. Use a serrated knife to carefully slice potato in half lengthwise. Slice each half into 4 wedges, then cut the wedges in half. Drizzle with oil and brush to coat.

  4. Place the potatoes close together in the air fryer with the skin resting on the foil and the cut-sides exposed to the air. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning, then move the slices apart. (Starting with them close together helps you get more of the cheese and seasonings on the potatoes.)

  5. Air-fry until golden brown, about 20 minutes, checking every 5 minutes. Reduce air fryer temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Continue to air-fry until well browned and crispy, about 5 minutes more.

Cook's Notes:

Recipe works beautifully with a very large (5- to 6-inch) russet potato. If your potato is smaller than that, the cook time and number of wedges will have to be reduced, and possibly air-frying time too.

Make sure you use an air fryer that goes up to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C); not all may go up that high.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

215 Calories
8g Fat
33g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 215
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 10%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Cholesterol 2mg 1%
Sodium 49mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 33g 12%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 5g 10%
Vitamin C 37mg 41%
Calcium 53mg 4%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 787mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.