Air Fryer Baked Potato
Description:
If you’re looking for the perfect baked potato with a crispy, seasoned skin and a soft, fluffy center, this Air Fryer Baked Potato is the answer. Using the air fryer creates restaurant-quality baked potatoes in less time than a conventional oven, with beautifully crisp skins and tender interiors. They’re incredibly versatile—serve them with butter and sour cream for a classic side, or load them with cheese, bacon, chives, broccoli, chili, or shredded chicken for a hearty meal. Whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting side dish, these air fryer baked potatoes are simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
For the Potatoes
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
Optional Toppings
- Butter
- Sour cream
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Crispy bacon bits
- Chopped chives or green onions
- Fresh parsley
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt.
- Pat the potatoes completely dry with paper towels.
- Pierce each potato 4–5 times with a fork.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between them.
- Air fry for 35–45 minutes, turning the potatoes halfway through cooking.
- Check for doneness by inserting a knife or fork into the center—it should slide in easily.
- Remove the potatoes from the air fryer and let them rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice each potato open, fluff the inside with a fork, and add butter.
- Top with your favorite toppings and serve immediately.
Tips & Notes
- Russet potatoes produce the fluffiest interior and crispiest skin.
- Cooking time varies depending on potato size.
- For extra crispy skin, cook an additional 3–5 minutes.
- Leftover potatoes can be refrigerated for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes.
Servings
Serves: 4
Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving – Potato Only)
- Calories: 210
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fat: 5g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg