Description
Air Fryer Bacon and Cheese Potato Slices are the ultimate crowd-pleaser! Crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, these delicious bites make for the perfect appetizer or side dish. With a golden-brown exterior and gooey cheese melting on top of crispy bacon, each slice is a delightful explosion of taste. Ideal for game nights, movie marathons, or any gathering where you want to impress guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large russet potatoes (about 500g)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 100g)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and slice the potatoes into 1/4-inch rounds and pat dry.
- Cook the bacon until crispy; crumble it into small pieces.
- In a bowl, toss potato slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange half of the potato slices in a single layer in the basket.
- Air fry for 10 minutes or until golden brown, shaking halfway through for even cooking.
- Top with crumbled bacon and shredded cheese; return to air fryer for an additional 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 potato slices (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Substitute sweet potatoes for a different flavor profile. Experiment with various cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for added variety. For extra crunch, soak potato slices in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking.