Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
For the best air fryer baked potatoes, try this quick & easy recipe. In half the time get yummy crispy skin & fluffy hot insides for topping. This simple side dish is an American classic due to its simplicity & versatility. All the steps for time and temperature for air frying plus topping, storing, & reheating.
Equipment
- air fryer
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized russet potatoes
- avocado oil spray
- salt to taste optional
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°. For medium-sized potatoes (about 10oz & 4" in diameter) set the time for 40 minutes. See the chart above for other sizes & times.
- Scrub each potato under running water until clean. Use a vegetable brush if needed. Pat dry.
- Use a fork to poke a few holes in each potato. Then spray the entire skin wil avocado oil. Sprinkle on some salt if desired.
- Once the air fryer is preheated, place the potatoes in a single layer with space between each in the basket or tray.
- Let the potatoes cook. Based on the model you are using, you may want to flip them over at the 20-minute mark.
- Check for doneness about 5-10 minutes before the 40 minutes is up. Adjust for more or less time based on this. See how to check for doneness in the section above ( 2 steps - squeeze gently and insert knife)
- Once potatoes are done in the center & a knife slides through easily, they are ready. Using tongs or an oven mitt, remove potatoes from the air fryer. Place them on a plate.
- Let the potatoes rest for 5-10 minutes. Then slice part way through the long way on the top of the potato. Cut a few diagonal slashes across that long slit. Next, place the palms of your hands on both ends of the potato and gently squish and bring the hands together. This slight inward pressure will pop the potato open along the cuts and expose the fluffy interior.
- Add your favorite toppings such as butter, cheese, sour cream, chives, & more.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave for 3-5 minutes. To reheat in the air fryer, set it to 400° and warm for 10 minutes. It will depend on the size of your potato.
Notes
The nutritional information will vary - it will be determined by how big a potato you are serving and with what toppings. A typical 10-ounce russet potato has about 275 calories.
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