Crispy Air Fryer Potato Skins

Are you looking for a way to reduce food waste in your house? Well, you are in for a treat with this Air Fryer Potato Skins recipe. No need to throw the potato peels away when you can turn them into a crunchy air fried potato peels which is a snack your entire family will enjoy.

Besides being a satisfying snack, potato skins made in the air fryer are so quick to make! You can easily customize the flavor (see notes below and in recipe card), plus these are easy enough that you can let the kids make them!

Air Fryer Potato Skins are a great way to reduce food waste, think of them like a delicious free snack WITH a nutritional benefits!

Why you'll love this recipe

• Using potato skins for a snack is a great way to reduce food waste.
• Potato skins are a crunchy and satisfying snack.
• They are easy to make in the air fryer.
• Potato skins are loaded with nutrients.

Ingredients

• Potato peels
• Oil
• Seasonings - like salt, pepper, and garlic powder

Equipment

• Air Fryer
• Potato Peeler
• Large bowl

Instructions for potato peel recipe

This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.

1. Wash and dry the potatoes.
2. Peel the skins off the potatoes.
3. Add the potato peels to a mixing bowl
4. Drizzle on the oil of your choice
5. Add seasoning to taste.
6. Add peels to the air fryer, and space them apart.
7. Air fry at 390 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.
8. Top with freshly grated cheese while warm if desired.

Storage

These air fryer potato skins are best enjoyed right away. However, leftover potato skins can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days.

To reheat, simply add back into the air fryer for a few minutes until warmed through. You can also reheat in the oven at 350 degrees until warm.

Expert Tips

• When making potato skins in air fryer, do not use green potato peels, those go in the compost pile instead of in the air fryer.
• Be sure to wash and dry the potatoes well before peeling to avoid any dirt or bacteria transferring to the potato skins.
• I like to use a mixture of oils when cooking, but you can use just one if you prefer. Avocado oil, olive oil, and coconut oil are all great options.
• The key to crispy potato skins is to make sure they are dry before adding them to the air fryer. I like to use a clean dish towel to pat them dry.
• If you want extra crispy potato skins, you can preheat the air fryer for a few minutes while you are preparing the skins.

Watch my 1 minute TIKTOK on how I make these Air Fried Potato Skins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a potato peel good for?

Potato peels are great for reducing food waste in your house. They can also be used to make a crunchy and satisfying snack. Plus, the peel of the potato has great nutritional benefits.

How do you keep potato skins from sticking to the air fryer?

The key to keeping potato skins from sticking to the air fryer is to make sure they are dry before adding them to the air fryer. I like to use a clean dish towel to pat them dry.

Is it better to bake or air fry potato skins?

I prefer to air fry them, but you can also bake them at 350 degrees for 15 - 18 minutes or until crispy.

Variations

Do you want to personalize this kid-friendly snack? Here are some of my tried and true swaps for adding additional flavor to this recipe.

Try different seasonings on your potato skins. Some of my favorites include chili powder, paprika, and onion powder. Try Greek seasoning, Old Bay, Cajun, etc.

For a cheesy potato skin, top with shredded or grated Parmesan cheese while they are still warm.

Add crumbled bacon to the potato skins for a meaty option.

Use sweet potatoes in place of regular potatoes for a change.

Ranch - Use dried ranch powder on these potato peels if you are searching for something tangy.

Sour Cream and Onion -  Make your own homemade sour cream and onion seasoning by mixing together salt, onion powder, and powdered buttermilk.

Serving Suggestions

• I love to serve these air-fried potato peels with a burger like this Mediterranean Burger recipe or these delicious Homemade Veggie Burgers.
• If you love a hearty deli-style sandwich, you will love this Chicken Cordon Blue Panini recipe.
• This Crispy Air Fried Tofu recipe is a delicious vegetarian dish to serve along with this savory snack.

Similar recipes

• If you are like me and love using your air fryer for meals and snacks, then you will enjoy this Air Fryer Zucchini Chips recipe.
• Craving a healthy but hearty snack or meal? Give this Air Fryer Calamari a try next time.
• Veggie Cakes are so easy to make and are a great way to sneak vegetables into picky eaters.
• Save your lemons and lime from going bad and freeze limes and lemons in slices, etc.

I hope you enjoy this Air Fryer Potato Skins recipe! If you try it, please come back and leave me a comment below with your feedback. You can also find me on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.

I hope you love these as much as my family & I do! -Colleen