Air Fryer Bacon and Cheese Potato Slices
Air Fryer Bacon and Cheese Potato Slices are a mouthwatering delight that turns humble russet potatoes into crispy, cheesy bites topped with savory bacon. Perfect for game nights or cozy evenings in, these irresistible slices offer all the flavor of comfort food with none of the guilt associated with deep-frying. In just a few simple steps, you can whip up this crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium russet potatoes (about 400g)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (approximately 113g)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and slice the russet potatoes into quarter-inch rounds.
- Toss the potato slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy (8-10 minutes). Chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Air fry half of the potato slices in a single layer for about 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Top cooked potato slices with cheddar cheese and bacon pieces, then return to air fryer for an additional 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Serve hot, drizzled with ranch dressing or sour cream if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 potato slices (90g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg