Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

There's nothing quite like sinking your teeth into a perfectly cooked baked potato with a crispy skin and a fluffy, tender interior. With the help of an air fryer, you can achieve that delightful texture without having to heat up your oven.

To begin, gather your ingredients. You'll need four medium russet potatoes, which are known for their starchy goodness. These potatoes are perfect for baking because they have a high starch content that ensures a fluffy texture.

Once you have your potatoes ready, it's time to prepare them for the air fryer. Start by giving them a good scrub under running water to remove any dirt or debris clinging to their skins. Afterward, pat them dry with a towel.

Next, take a fork and pierce the potatoes all over. This step is important because it allows steam to escape while they cook, preventing them from exploding in the air fryer. Now, it's time to add some flavor. You can use either a tablespoon of olive oil or a cooking spray to coat the potatoes. This will help give them a crispy exterior. Sprinkle some sea salt all over the potatoes, adjusting the amount according to your taste preferences.

Now, it's time to cook the potatoes in the air fryer. Place them in the air fryer basket, making sure they have enough space to cook evenly. Set the air fryer temperature to 400°F and let the potatoes cook for about 30 minutes. Once the time is up, carefully flip the potatoes to ensure even cooking. The cooking time will vary depending on the size of the potatoes, so you may need to cook them for an additional 5 to 15 minutes. To check if they're done, insert a fork into the center of the potato. If it easily slides through, they are ready to be enjoyed.

Using tongs, gently transfer the hot potatoes to a plate. Be cautious as the air fryer basket and the potatoes will be hot. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving. You can enjoy these air fryer baked potatoes as is, or dress them up with your favorite toppings like butter, sour cream, cheese, or chives.

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes Recipe

Indulge in the exquisite delight of air fryer-baked russet potatoes, perfectly seasoned with a touch of sea salt, boasting a delectably crispy exterior and a pillowy-soft, heavenly interior, all skillfully prepared to culinary perfection.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 medium russet potatoes
• ½ tsp sea salt, or to taste
• 1 Tbsp olive oil, or use a cooking spray

Instructions:

1. Scrub potatoes under running water then thoroughly dry with a towel.
2. Poke the potato all over with a fork, rub with oil and sprinkle all over with salt. Add the potatoes to the air fryer basket.
3. Cook the potatoes in a basket-style air fryer at 400°F for 30 minutes.
4. Flip the potatoes and cook them for an additional 5-15 minutes depending on size, or until the fork easily slides through to the center.
5. Small potatoes will take less time and larger potatoes may take longer.
6. Use tongs to transfer potatoes to a plate.

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There you have it! A simple and delicious recipe for air fryer baked potatoes that delivers crispy skins and fluffy insides with minimal effort.