Frozen sweet potato fries in the air fryer are the perfect side. They're crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and they have all that great sweet potato flavor that we love.
French fries are one of my go-to sides, but when I discovered sweet potato fries, I never looked back. These fries are so delicious, and they're always cooked to perfection.
Air Fryer Frozen Sweet Potato Fries
This was inspired by my copycat air fried Taco Bell Nacho Fries and pairs well with this lemon garlic aioli sauce.
Ingredients
It only takes two ingredients to make this recipe. You'll find them both easily at your local grocery store.
- frozen sweet potato fries
- cooking spray
See the recipe card at the end of the post for quantities.
Instructions
This is a super easy recipe to make. It only takes one step!
Step 1: Air Fry the Frozen Sweet Potato Fries
Spray your air fryer basket with nonstick spray, then place the frozen sweet potato fries in the air fryer for 15 to 18 minutes at 400 degrees until they are heated through and beginning to brown.
Hint: Shake the air fryer basket every 5 minutes to ensure the fries cook evenly.
Substitutions
Don't have the correct ingredients on hand or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change this air fryer frozen sweet potato fries recipe.
- Oil Mister - You can use an oil mister in place of nonstick spray for this recipe.
- Sweet Potato Tots - This recipe will work for frozen sweet potato tots, as well.
Variations
Want to personalize this frozen sweet potato fries in air fryer recipe? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.
- Spicy - Add a sprinkling of cayenne or red pepper flakes to the fries for a kick of heat.
- Herbs and Spices - Give your frozen fries a spritz of oil and then sprinkle them with your favorite herbs or spices.
If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy these pulled pork fries.
Equipment
It only takes one piece of equipment to make these fries.
- Air fryer
Storage
These sweet potato fries will last for 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator in a shallow, air-tight container.
Tips
Although this recipe is extremely simple, I have a few tips that will help you make the best sweet potato fries possible.
- Always spray your air fryer basket to prevent sticking.
- Always preheat your air fryer to ensure even cooking.
- Remember to periodically shake your air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
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FAQ
Do you have questions about air fryer frozen sweet potato fries? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about frozen sweet potato fries in air fryer.
You probably overcrowded them in the basket. This causes the sweet potatoes to steam rather than air fry.
When spraying your basket, it's important to hit every nook and cranny. The fries can stick to any part of the basket that hasn't been coated.
Place the sweet potato fries on a baking sheet and bake them for 10 to 15 minutes in the oven at 425-degrees.
Frozen Sweet Potato Fries in Air Fryer
Ready to get cooking? Remember that you can print this recipe if you would like.
Frozen Sweet Potato Fries in Air Fryer
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 bag (20 oz) frozen sweet potato fries
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Get out and measure your ingredients.
- Spray your air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place frozen sweet potato fries in greased air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 400ºF for 15-18 minutes or until fries are heated through and beginning to brown.
- As fries are air frying, shake them every 5 minutes to ensure they are all cooking evenly.
- Dump on plates or platter for serving.
- Dip.
- Enjoy every bite!
Notes
- Always spray your air fryer basket to prevent sticking.
- Always preheat your air fryer to ensure even cooking.
- Remember to periodically shake your air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
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