Air Fryer Baked Potatoes (Puffy Inside, Crispy Outside)

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Looking for a faster way to bake potatoes?this Air Fryer Baked Potatoes Recipes are one of the fastest ways. (Instant Pot Baked Potatoes Even faster, but you won’t get the crispy skin you get when cooking baked potatoes in the air fryer! ) They are very fluffy on the inside with a seasoned crispy crust.They make a delicious side of the classic Steak and chicken recipes, or as a hearty vegetarian main course, all in less time.

ingredients you need

This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for air fryer baked potatoes, what each ingredient does in the recipe, and substitution options.For measurements, see recipe card below.

• Russet Potatoes – Technically, any potato can be baked, but the potatoes that are best suited for baking are Russet potatoes (aka Idaho potatoes) because of their starchiness and water absorption. Get potatoes of a similar size so they will cook at the same rate and wipe off any excess dirt from the skin. You can also mix Russets with sweet potatoes, as long as they are about the same size.
• olive oil – Helps create a crispy crust! However, any neutral cooking oil will work for roasting potatoes in the air fryer. Avocado oil is another good option.
• sea ​​salt – I’m partial to boosting flavors in all my recipes, but kosher salt or any other salt will do. You can also add a little black pepper if you like.
• butter – Topping. See below for other topping ideas.

How to Roast Potatoes in the Air Fryer

This section explains how to make baked potatoes in the air fryer, with step-by-step photos and technical details to help you visualize it.For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see recipe card below.

1. Prepare. Use a paring knife or fork to poke holes in the potatoes. This allows the steam to escape so they don’t explode.
2. season. Coat or brush each potato with oil and sprinkle with sea salt.put potatoes in Air fryer in a single layer.

Tip: don’t overcrowd the basket.

Leave space between the potatoes so the skins are crispy and each one is evenly seasoned.

3. Air fry. Roast the potatoes in the air fryer until tender, flipping them halfway through.
4. Serve. Remove potatoes with tongs and place in a bowl to cool slightly. Slice lengthwise, fluff the center with a fork, and butter the tops. See below for more topping ideas.

How long to cook baked potatoes in the air fryer?

Cook baked potatoes in a 400-degree air fryer for about 35 to 45 minutes, or until fork tender, turning halfway through.

Tip: How to check for doneness?

Cooking times may vary depending on the size of the potatoes and the brand of air fryer. Just in case, start checking for doneness around 30-35 minutes. When the fork is inserted with little resistance, they are done and the skin will be a little wrinkled.

Air Fryer Baked Potato Toppings

Serve everyone’s favorite ingredients in small bowls and let people create their own dinner masterpieces. Here is a list of popular options:

• butter – I prefer unsalted butter, but you can use salted butter, even compound butter. If you are sensitive to dairy, try butter or Buttery Coconut Oil.
• sour cream – Greek yogurt can also be used as a similar substitute.
• Green vegetables – Chopped onions or chives are the most popular choices, but other chopped fresh herbs are great too.
• cheese – shredded cheddar, parmesan, blue or feta cheese, even melted cheese sauce.
• bacon – freshly minced Oven Bacon or Air Fryer Baconor use store-bought bacon cubes as a shortcut.
• Taco Toppings – Swap the shells for potatoes and add salsa sauce, avocadoshredded cheese and/or sour cream.
• vegetable – For a vegetarian entrée, add the vegetables to the air fryer baked potatoes, eg fried mushrooms, Fried Broccoli, Grilled Zucchinior Caramelized Onions.
• meat – pile pulled pork, Mexican Chorizoor chili on top of the potatoes.

storage instructions

• shop: Store air fryer baked potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Meal Prep: Make ahead and use throughout the week, by itself or in other recipes.
• Reheat: To reheat baked potatoes in the air fryer, simply set it to 350°F for 3-5 minutes. Microwave works too.
• freeze: Cool potatoes (without toppings), wrap in plastic wrap, and freeze for up to 8 months.

What to Serve with Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes are so versatile!

• Steak – Serve with potatoes for a classic steak meal new york strip, Roasted Tenderloinor Rib Eye special occasion, or sirloin steak or london broil anyday. You can cook steak while you have baked potatoes in the air fryer.
• chicken – try chicken thigh quarters, Pan-fried Chicken DrumstickOr let the deep fryer have both crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings or Air Fryer Chicken Thighs.
• seafood – Make simple everyday fish recipes such as grilled salmon, rainbow troutor cod. or prepare a hearty meal crab legs, Chilean Sea Basseven Air Fryer Lobster Tails.
• salad -A Spinach Bacon Salad, Cucumber Salador simple Crispy Kale Salad Perfect with these potatoes.
• vegetable – Balance the richness of vegetables such as Creamed Spinach, Air Fryer Green Beans, Roasted Kaleor Roman dialect.

More Easy Air Fryer Side Dishes

The air fryer is a handy appliance for many other vegetables. Try these easy favorites!

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes (Puffy on the Inside, Crispy on the Outside!)

This Air Fryer Baked Potatoes recipe creates a soft and fluffy interior with a perfectly crispy skin. They’re faster than an oven and so easy!

Prepare: 5 minute

chef: 35 minute

all: 40 minute

Serving Size: 3 (adjust according to recipe)

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instruct

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1. warm up Air fryer to 400°F (204°C) approx. 5 minutes.

2. Use a knife or fork to poke holes in the potatoes.

3. Drizzle oil over potatoes and rub, or brush with oil. Sprinkle with sea salt.

4. Place potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Make sure there is space between them to allow the skin to crisp up nicely.

5. Roast Potatoes in the Air Fryer 35-45 minutes, turn halfway with tongs. (Cooking time will vary depending on the size of the potatoes.) When a fork easily inserts into the potatoes, they are done.

6. When done, move the potatoes to bowl and let cool slightly. Cut lengthwise down the center, fluff with a fork, and top each potato with ½ tablespoon butter. See the post above for more top ideas.

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recipe notes

Serving Size: 1 air fryer baked potato

nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving sizes in recipe instructions above.

calories 258

fat 10.3 grams

protein 4.6 grams

total carbohydrates 38.5 grams

net carbs 35.7 grams

fiber 2.8 grams

sugar 1.4 grams

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