If you're dreaming of a perfect baked potato with a crispy, seasoned skin and a tender, fluffy center — without heating up the whole kitchen — this Air Fryer Baked Potato recipe is going to be your new go-to! It’s effortless, faster than the oven, and delivers restaurant-quality results every time.
Whether you load them up with butter, sour cream, bacon, and cheese, or keep it simple, these potatoes are a total game-changer for quick lunches, easy dinners, or hearty sides.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 medium russet potatoes (about 250g each)
- 15g olive oil (about 1 tablespoon)
- 5g salt (about 1 teaspoon)
- 2g black pepper (about ½ teaspoon)
- Optional toppings: butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped chives, crispy bacon bits
🔥 Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Potatoes
- Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Pat them completely dry with a towel.
- Pierce each potato several times with a fork (this prevents bursting during cooking).
Step 2: Season
- Rub each potato all over with olive oil.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper to coat evenly.
Step 3: Air Fry
- Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for 3 minutes.
- Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching for even cooking.
- Cook for 35–45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the skin is crisp and a fork easily slides into the center.
Step 4: Serve
- Let the potatoes cool for a couple of minutes.
- Slice open, fluff with a fork, and add your favorite toppings!
📊 Nutrition Facts (Per Potato – Approximate, without toppings)
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
💡 Tips & Tricks for the Best Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
- Choose Russets: They have thick skins and starchy centers, perfect for baking.
- Don’t Skip the Oil: It’s key for getting that crave-worthy, crispy skin.
- Size Matters: Try to use potatoes of similar size so they cook evenly.
- Customize the Seasoning: Add garlic powder, paprika, or Italian herbs to the oil for extra flavor.
- Make It a Meal: Top with shredded BBQ chicken, chili, or a hearty vegetable medley for a complete dinner.
✨ Why You’ll Love These Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
- Super crispy skin without deep-frying.
- Fluffy and tender interiors.
- Ready in less than an hour, no oven needed!
- Endlessly customizable with your favorite toppings.
- Perfect side for steak, grilled chicken, or vegetarian dishes.
Once you make baked potatoes this way, you’ll never go back to the oven!
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