Description
Air Fryer Baked Potatoes are the ultimate side dish, delivering a perfect blend of crispy skin and fluffy interior in just under an hour. These delightful potatoes are seasoned simply with olive oil, salt, and pepper, creating a canvas for your favorite toppings like sour cream, cheese, or bacon bits. Ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, these air fryer baked potatoes are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
4 medium Russet potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
1.Wash and dry the russet potatoes thoroughly.
2.Poke several holes in each potato with a fork.
3.Rub each potato with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
4.Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for five minutes.
5.Place the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 35-40 minutes until tender.
6.Let cool briefly, cut open, and add your desired toppings.
Notes
For extra crispiness, increase cooking time by five minutes if necessary.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container; they last up to four days in the refrigerator or three months in the freezer.
Experiment with various toppings like Greek yogurt or different cheeses for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato (173g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg