Air Fryer Bacon & Cheese Potato Bites

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In the mood for a crowd-pleasing party snack that’s crispy, cheesy, and totally addictive?

These Air Fryer Bacon and Cheese Potato Slices are a must for your next BBQ, tailgate, picnic, or game night.

They’re easy to make, packed with flavor, and totally snack-worthy.

Whether you’re feeding a hungry group or just want a fun side dish, these little bites bring all the party vibes—without the fuss!

 

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Ingredients You’ll Need For This Recipe:

Yields: 18-24 slices

 

Ingredients:

  • 2 medium russet potatoes
  • 3 slices bacon
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 stalks fresh chives
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper

 

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Step-by-step Guide:

1 – Chop the bacon and cook it in a medium skillet over medium low heat, until crispy.

 

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2 – Drain the cooked bacon on paper towels.

3 – Wash the potatoes well, then slice them into ¼ inch slices.

 

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4 – Dice the chives.

5 – Lightly brush each of the potato slices with olive oil.

 

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6 – Arrange potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

 

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7 – Sprinkle them with salt and pepper to taste.

 

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8 – Cook at 400 degrees for 17-18 minutes, lightly shaking the basket once halfway through cooking.

 

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9 – Top each of the potatoes with cheese, bacon, and chives.

 

A picture of air fried potato slices topped with cheese, arranged in a single layer in an air fryer basket.

 

A picture of air fried potato slices topped with cheese and bacon, arranged in a single layer in an air fryer basket.

 

A picture of air fried potato slices topped with cheese, bacon, and chives arranged in a single layer in an air fryer basket.

 

10 – Bake for an additional 2 minutes.

11 – Remove potatoes from the air fryer, and serve hot. Enjoy!

 

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Pro Tips for Success:

  • Use a mandolin for even potato slices. This helps them cook evenly and get that perfect crispy edge.

  • Try different cheeses! Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or even mozzarella work great depending on your flavor mood.

  • Soak potato slices in cold water for 15–30 minutes before air frying to make them extra crispy (just dry them well first!).

  • Add a kick of spice by sprinkling on a little smoked paprika or red pepper flakes before cooking.

  • Make it a topping bar! Let guests add sour cream, ranch, or jalapeños to make it their own.

  • Double the batch and keep the first round warm in a low oven so you have plenty for a hungry crowd.

 

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These Air Fryer Bacon and Cheese Potato Bites are crispy, cheesy, and made to party.

Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ or just need a quick and fun snack, they’re sure to be a hit.

Make a double batch—trust me, they go fast!

 

A picture of a set of bacon and cheese potato slices on a white plate.

Bacon & Cheese Potato Bites

Yield: 18-24 slices

Ingredients

  • 2 medium russet potatoes
  • 3 slices bacon
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 stalks fresh chives
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

    1. Chop the bacon and cook it in a medium skillet over medium low heat, until crispy.

    2. Drain the cooked bacon on paper towels.

    3. Wash the potatoes well, then slice them into ¼ inch slices.

    4. Dice the chives.

    5. Lightly brush each of the potato slices with olive oil.

    6. Arrange potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

    7. Sprinkle them with salt and pepper to taste.

    8. Cook at 400 degrees for 17-18 minutes, lightly shaking the basket once halfway through cooking.

    9. Top each of the potatoes with cheese, bacon, and chives.

    10. Bake for an additional 2 minutes.

    11. Remove potatoes from the air fryer, and serve hot. Enjoy!

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