Crispy Air Fryer Loaded Potato Wedges with Cheddar Bacon
These crispy air fryer loaded potato wedges with cheddar and bacon are an easy, quick snack with a perfect crunch outside and soft inside, topped with melty cheese and smoky bacon.
- Prep Time: 11 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 29 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium Russet potatoes, washed and cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 slices bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
- Sour cream for serving
Instructions
- Wash and dry 3 medium Russet potatoes. Cut each into 8 wedges by slicing in half lengthwise, then into quarters.
- In a large bowl, combine the wedges with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat evenly.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- Place the wedges in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 15 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway through.
- Transfer wedges to a serving dish. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar and chopped bacon evenly over the top, then return to the air fryer for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve with a dollop of sour cream on the side.
Notes
Dry potatoes well before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to allow even cooking. Add cheese and bacon near the end to prevent burning. If cheese doesn’t melt well, cover loosely with foil in the air fryer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup of loade
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Protein: 12
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