As a busy mom, it can be hard to come up with dinner ideas that are both simple and tasty. If you have leftover meat, make this simple side to jazz up leftovers!
Air Fried Canned Potatoes Au Gratin
Not only is it incredibly fast to make, but it can be done in one dish in an air fryer so clean up is a breeze! This is a perfect last minute side for any leftover meat you may have on hand like Smoked Meat Loaf with Cheese, Kamado Joe Smoked Chicken, or even Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin!
Ingredients
You only need a few ingredients to make this dish…
- Potatoes – Of course you need potaotes for this dish. We suggest using canned sliced potatoes, as they are already cooked and will require less time in the air fryer.
- Cheese – You’ll need your favorite cheese to make the Au Gratin topping. We recommend a mix of Swiss and Parmesan, but you can use any type you prefer!
- Seasonings – We recommend using garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper to season the potatoes.
- Butter – You’ll need a few tablespoons of butter for the Au Gratin topping.
- Cream – You need a little cream to make it creamy!
How to Make
Making Air fried canned potatoes Au Gratin is an easy process that can be completed in a few simple steps! Grab a can of sliced potatoes, a few seasonings, and some cheese, you can whip up this delicious dish in no time.
- Start by draining your can of potatoes and then cutting them into slices (if they aren’t already).
- Preheat an air fryer to 350F.
- Find a shallow baking dish that will fit in your air fryer and is oven safe.
- Spray it and begin layering potatoes – season each layer and top with some a pat of butter, cream, and cheese. Think potato lasagna!
- Repeat process until you have used all of the potatoes. Save some cream and cheese for the top.
- Place dish in air fryer, and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are cooked through
Substitutions for ingredients you may not have at home
While some of us may not have all the ingredients on hand, it never fails I am missing ONE thing so I like to find substitutes for everything.
Cheese is essential for any dish of this nature and can be replaced with almost any variety you would like – parmesan, cheddar, gouda, mozzarella and many more!
When it comes to the canned potatoes themselves, they can easily be swapped out with real potatoes. Just bake an extra few minutes until you can pierce the dish easily!
Tips and tricks on how to get the best results
To achieve the best results when preparing this simple dish, be sure to use the right types of ingredients; use thinly-sliced potatoes instead of cubed, and select a cheese that will go well with the potatoes.
Additionally, you’ll want to drain the canned potatoes well before tossing them with seasonings, as excess liquid can make them mushy or prevent them from crisping up properly.
Finally, use quality air fryer pans or liners so that your recipe turns out perfectly!
More easy meals you may like…
- Sheet Pan Roasted Split Chicken Breasts with Vegetables
- Bruschetta One Pot Pasta
- One Pot Goulash
- Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage
- Easy Air Fryer Chicken Gyro
Air Fried Canned Potatoes Au Gratin
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cans potatoes sliced – or whole sliced.
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups shredded cheese of choice – cheddar Mexican, mozzarella
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 350′
- Find a shallow baking dish that will fit in your air fryer and is oven safe.
- Spray it and begin layering potatoes – season each layer and top with some a pat of butter, cream, and cheese. Think potato lasagna!
- Repeat process until you have used all of the potatoes. Save some cream and cheese for the top.
- Place dish in air fryer, and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are cooked through.
