Air Fryer Scalloped Potatoes and Ham (Cheese or No Cheese)
Air fryer scalloped potatoes and ham is a creamy, delicious casserole that’s perfect as a main or side. Make the classic version without cheese, or add some for an au gratin variation.
Peel potatoes if desired, and then cut into thin slices (approximately ⅛” or less thick) using a sharp knife or mandolin slicer. Keep them as even as possible
Toss the potato slices in a mixing bowl with the flour so that they are evenly coated
Alternate layering the potatoes, ham, and onion in a greased casserole dish that will fit in your air fryer
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F
In a mixing bowl (you can use the same one as you tossed potatoes in), mix together the cream, milk, garlic, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine
Pour the liquid mixture over top of the potatoes in the casserole dish. Try to push the potatoes down so they are fully submerged
Transfer the casserole dish to the preheated air fryer basket
Cook on the air fry setting for 30 minutes at 400°F, or until the potatoes pierce easily with a fork. Check in periodically on them - if the top begins to brown too much, you can cover them with foil
(Optional) If you want to add cheese, sprinkle the cheese on top and return to the air fryer for an additional 3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and begins to brown
Rest for 10 minutes to allow everything to set and cool slightly
Serve and enjoy!
Notes
I prefer russet or yellow potatoes, but you can use red or sweet potatoes as well (but they may take a few minutes longer to cook). Whether you choose to peel them or not is personal preference
You can use 1 tsp garlic powder in place of the fresh garlic
Onion may be substituted by 2 Tbsp dried minced onion, or an equal amount of leeks instead
Thick spiral sliced ham is best for cubing. However, you can add deli ham in a pinch or substitute bacon instead. You can also omit ham entirely for a vegetarian friendly version
Traditionally scalloped potatoes do not have cheese, so you can skip it, or add the optional amount for an au gratin style. You can also use swiss or gruyere instead of cheddar
It’s important to cut your potato slices thin and even so that they cook well. If you think your slices are too large, pre-cook them for 10 minutes in the air fryer before layering your casserole to give them a head start
Don’t rinse your potato slices - the natural starch is important to help your casserole set up
If your potatoes are still hard after 30 minutes, don’t panic. Wrap foil on the top to prevent burning and return them to the air fryer. Keep cooking in 5 minute increments and checking for doneness
The top is going to get browned during cooking (though it shouldn’t burn). You can alleviate this by covering your potatoes with foil, but it adds a nice textural crunch that we actually prefer. The more submerged your slices are, the less they’ll brown
This recipe can be cooked in one large pan or a couple smaller pans like I have here (cooking time is the same) depending on your air fryer (I have a Dual Zone Ninja Foodi). For two pans, you may need to add a little extra heavy cream for coverage
Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand of ingredients, adjustments, and quantity consumed, so please consider this a guideline only
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