Description
Enjoy perfectly crispy and fluffy baked potatoes made effortlessly in your air fryer. This quick recipe will give you deliciously tender insides with a crispy skin every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional toppings: butter, sour cream, chives, cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and scrub the potatoes under cold water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a towel.
- Poke several holes in each potato using a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
- Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper, ensuring even coverage.
- Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overcrowded.
- Cook for 35-40 minutes, flipping the potatoes halfway through, until they are tender and the skins are crispy.
- Carefully remove the potatoes from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Slice open the top of each potato, fluff the insides with a fork, and add your favorite toppings before serving.
Notes
- Cooking times may vary based on the size of the potatoes and the specific air fryer model.
- For extra crispy skins, you can cook them for an additional 5 minutes.
- Feel free to experiment with different spices and toppings to personalize your baked potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 0.5
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 37
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: baked potatoes in air fryer, air fryer baked potatoes, easy baked potatoes, crispy baked potatoes