Some things are best when they’re classic, and these simple crispy breakfast potatoes are just that. These little potatoes are the perfect side to a satisfying breakfast spread. They take less than 20 minutes to make, and need just a few basic ingredients.
For your potatoes, any will do! Little pototoes, gold, russet, red, or even sweet potatoes will work. Cut the potatoes into 1 inch cubes. Depending on how big your potatoes are, the amount you need will vary. You should end up with about 2 cups of cubed potatoes though.
I am a huge fan of pre cooking my potatoes in the microwave. I always cook them for 5 minutes, plain before I add any oil or seasonings. This quick first step cuts the cooking time down substantially, and you never will have a raw potato in the mix when you go to serve them.
Once your potatoes are cooked from the microwave, toss them in olive oil, minced garlic (not garlic powder!), pepper, salt, paprika, and a pinch of chipotle powder.
I use my air fryer for my potatoes and it’s my favorite. I have a Ninja air fryer and it’s the holy grail of kitchen appliances. I set the temp to 400 and cook the potatoes for 10 minutes.
If you are using an oven, cook the potatoes at 400 as well, but they may need more time. Check them after 10-15 minutes to see how cripsy they are. You can also broil them for 2-5 minutes at the end to make them extra crisp.
Serve these simple crispy breakfast potatoes up with my sausage, cheddar, & jalapeño egg cups or on top of my favorite savory breakfast salad!
Simple Crispy Breakfast Potatoes
Equipment
- microwave safe bowl or plate
Ingredients
- 2 C diced potatoes
- 1/4 C olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp chipotle powder
Instructions
- Wash and cube your potatoes into 1" chunks. Place them in either a microwave-safe bowl or plate. Microwave for 5 minutes. You should be able to easily poke the pototaoes with a fork
- Add the olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic, paprika, and chipotle to the potatoes and toss until the potatoes are well covered
- Put the potatoes in either an air fryer or oven at 400. For the air fryer, cook for 10 minutes. In the oven, bake for 10-15 minutes, or until they become crispy on the outside
