Garlic Parmesan Air Fryer French Fries

You’re going to love these Garlic Parmesan French Fries! Another easy air fryer recipe to have ready to make when the kids are hungry and you want to skip the take-out line! Say goodbye to soggy fries – these ones are nice and crispy!

These air fryer french fries are perfectly taste with my air fryer brats, air fryer buffalo chicken wings and these air fryer bbq chicken thighs.

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Air Fryer French Fries

Making them in the air fryer takes the guesswork out of making sure they’re perfectly crispy.

The garlic and parmesan flavor, along with some parika, salt and pepper blend together to turn into the best french fries ever!

They’re made with very little oil which makes them delicious restaurant-style fries, only healthier! Try them with my garlic aioli sauce or with your favorite side for fries.

If your looking for easy sides for dinner, you might also enjoy my creamy mac and cheese, oven roasted red potatoes and this corn casserole.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Restaurant-quality fries in just 30 minutes!
• versatile – you can also make this recipe in the toaster oven or conventional oven as well!
• the perfect side dish for so many meals! Try them as a side to my hot honey chicken sandwiches or these easy air fryer brats for a tasty meal.
• healthier than deep frying and use much less oil

Ingredients for Homemade French Fries in the Air Fryer

Russet potatoes – have a low water content and are the best for crispy french fries. They will resemble the flavor of restaurant fries the most.

Fresh garlic vs garlic powder – definitely recommend fresh here!

Avocado oil – or you can substitute olive oil.

Kosher salt

Black pepper

Paprika

Grated parmesan cheese – you can use grated or finely shredded parmesan cheese. Fresh or bottled will work.

Fresh parsley

Do I need to soak the potatoes in water?

While you ‘can’ soak the potatoes in water for 30 minutes to remove some of the starch, you do not have to in this recipe. Soaking can result in extra-crispy garlic fries.

How to Make Garlic Parmesan Fries in the Air Fryer

Let’s make this garlic fries recipe!

STEP ONE – Wash and cut potatoes into 1/4-inch thick fries.

STEP TWO – Add the garlic, 2 Tablespoons of the oil, salt, pepper and paprika to the bowl and toss until fully mixed.

Potatoes should be well-coated.

STEP THREE – Layer the air fryer basket with the fries. Cook in 400°F for 10 minutes.

The fries do not have to be in a single layer, but I would limit to a few rows. You will have to make a few batches.

STEP FOUR – Toss the fries and air fry for an additional 10 minutes or until crispy.

STEP FIVE – Transfer cooked fries to bowl and repeat until all the fries have been cooked.

STEP SIX – Drizzle 1 Tablespoon of oil over the fries and toss to fully coat.

STEP SEVEN – Add the parmesan cheese and toss until fully coated. Sprinkle with torn parsley leaves on top.

Serve immediately and enjoy!

How do I store leftover french fries?

Store leftovers in the fridge in airtight container for up to 3 days. The fries will get soggy, but you can place them back in the air fryer at 400°F for 10 minutes, or until crispy.

What are the best potatoes for crispy homemade french fries?

Russet potatoes and Yukon gold potatoes are the best since they are higher in starch, which will help with that crispy exterior.

Why are my air fryer french fries not crispy?

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