Name: Air Fryer Roasted Canned Potatoes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 400 g canned whole potatoes, (whole new potatoes); 1/2 Tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning

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These Air Fryer Roasted Canned Potatoes are a quick and convenient way to make golden and crispy roasted potatoes for the perfect side dish.

Air fryer canned roasted potatoes displayed in dish.

Canned air fryer potatoes are an easy and quick way to make everyone’s favorite golden and crispy roast potatoes.

Whether they’re done in the oven like my Smashed Garlic Roasted Potatoes or easy done in the air fryer, crispy potatoes are the perfect side dish.

Also known as tinned potatoes, they are peeled and fully cooked.

Which makes it a faster process roasting them in the air fryer!

They’re seasoned with 2 kitchen staple ingredients, Italian seasoning and garlic powder.

These will eliminate the ‘canned’ flavor that is often accompanied with canned veggies.

Overhead view of canned roasted potatoes in green dish.

They go well as a side dish with my Vegetarian Tomato Lasagna.

Or a piece of meat like steak or chicken.

Sometimes I love to enjoy a small bowl of them for lunch.

They’re quick, tasty and satisfying for when you need to make a quick lunch or snack.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Quick and easy to make.

Only 4 ingredients.

Roasted in the air fryer.

Delicious crispy potato side dish.

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

A comprehensive recipe card featuring all the ingredients can be found at the end of this post.

Individual ingredients laid out to make air fryer canned roasted potatoes are canned whole new potatoes, olive oil, dried italian seasoning and garlic powder.

Canned Whole New potatoes: Any brand of whole canned potatoes is fine.

Olive Oil: Can be substituted with another vegetable oil of your choosing but olive oil does create a great crisp exterior.

Dried Italian Seasoning : Typically consisting of rosemary, thyme, basil, oregano and marjoram. Substitute with any of these singular dried herbs using the same quantity or use them in their fresh state.

Garlic Powder: Substitute with fresh minced garlic (1-2 cloves) or onion powder.

Step By Step Instructions (with photos)

There is a full and detailed recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Step one: Place a sieve over a bowl and drain potatoes through the sieve and discard the liquid.

Alternatively, slightly open the can of potatoes and drain off the liquid in the sink.

Draining canned potatoes through sieve and into bowl.

Step two: Place potatoes in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Drizzle over olive oil and sprinkle in garlic and Italian seasoning then toss to coat.

Potatoes in mixing bowl coated in seasonings.

Step three: Pour potatoes into the air fryer basket and bake at 400ºF (200ºC) for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally during cooking. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Coated seasoned potatoes before and after roasted in air fryer basket.

Expert Tips

If you’re using more than one can of potatoes, don’t overcrowd your air fryer basket as they won’t cook evenly. To prevent this without having to cook them in batches, shake your air fryer during baking to toss the potatoes so they cook evenly.

Close up view of roasted canned potatoes stacked together in bowl.

Serving Suggestions

Herb Garnish: Sprinkle fresh herbs like chives or parsley for a pop of color and flavor.

Dips: Serve with a side of aioli, sour cream, Greek yogurt, or spicy mayo.

Cheese: A sprinkle of parmesan or a dollop of melted cheddar can elevate your roasted potatoes to gourmet level.

Make it a Meal

Main: Easy Vegetable Lasagna with Tomato.

Vegetable Side: Serve alongside an Easy Pasta Salad or these Honey Soy Vegetable Skewers.

Bread Pairing: Serve with a side of Garlic Herb Flat Bread.

Beverage: Coconut Lemonade.

Overhead view of cooked potatoes in bowl.

Troubleshooting

Your air fryer needs more air circulation. Make sure the basket potatoes is not overcrowded with potatoes and give them a shake throughout the cooking process to ensure even cooking.

A spritz of cooking spray over the basket before adding your potatoes will solve this problem.

Keep an eye on the cooking time and maybe dial back the temperature if you’re nearing charcoal territory.

When reheating, keep it short and sweet. Check at intervals to prevent over-crisping.

Storage Instructions

Store: Leftover cooked potatoes in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Keep a watchful eye during reheating to avoid over-crisping.

How to Reheat in an Air Fryer

Set the temperature to 400ºF (200ºC) and cook for 10-15 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

How to Reheat in the Oven

Preheat the oven to 400ºF (200ºC) and bake for 10-15 minutes or until adequately warmed.

How to Reheat in the Microwave

Position the potatoes on a microwave-safe dish and heat in 30-second intervals until uniformly warm. Monitor closely to prevent overcooking.

Recipe FAQ’s

They’re cooked! You’ll find when you crack open a can that the potatoes inside have been peeled and cooked, making them soft straight from the can.

They take between 15-20 minutes to cook at 400ºF (200ºC) in the air fryer.

Yes! Simply double or triple this recipe to make a larger batch of potatoes. I often use 3 cans and triple the amount of oil and seasonings.

Any brand your local supermarket carries that is whole potatoes in a can. I personally use Woolworths canned whole potatoes. In America, use canned whole new potatoes.

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