Air Fryer Baked Potatoes: Crispy, Fluffy Delights Await!
Air Fryer Baked Potatoes are a quick and easy way to enjoy crispy, fluffy potatoes with minimal effort. Perfectly cooked in an air fryer, these potatoes are a delicious side dish or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional toppings: sour cream, chives, cheese, bacon bits
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly, then dry them with a towel.
- Poke several holes in each potato with a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching.
- Cook for 35-40 minutes, turning halfway through, until the potatoes are tender and crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Notes
- Cooking time may vary based on the size of the potatoes.
- For extra crispy skin, increase the cooking time by a few minutes.
- Make sure to not overcrowd the air fryer for even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg