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Air Fryer Baked Potato Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Total Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Air Fryer Baked Potato recipe offers a quick and easy way to enjoy perfectly crispy skin and fluffy interiors without heating up your oven. Using a simple combination of olive oil and sea salt, these russet potatoes are air-fried to golden perfection in about 35-40 minutes, making it a convenient, delicious side dish or main for any meal. Customize with your favorite toppings like sour cream, cheese, or chives for a satisfying treat.

Ingredients

Potatoes

  • 2 medium russet potatoes

Seasoning

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

Optional Toppings

  • Sour cream
  • Butter
  • Chives
  • Shredded cheese
  • Bacon bits

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat while you prepare the potatoes for even cooking.
  2. Prepare the potatoes: Scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt, then pat them dry with a paper towel to ensure the skin crisps nicely.
  3. Pierce the potatoes: Use a fork to poke several holes all over each potato. This allows steam to escape during cooking, preventing bursting.
  4. Oil and season: Rub each potato with olive oil evenly, then sprinkle sea salt generously over the skin for flavor and texture.
  5. Arrange in air fryer basket: Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket. Make sure they are spaced apart and not touching to allow hot air circulation on all sides.
  6. Cook: Air fry the potatoes for 35-40 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning. Check doneness by inserting a fork – it should slide in easily.
  7. Rest and serve: Remove the potatoes from the air fryer and let them cool for 5 minutes. Slice them open and add your preferred toppings such as sour cream, butter, chives, shredded cheese, or bacon bits, then serve immediately.

Notes

  • Choose medium-sized russet potatoes for even cooking.
  • Flipping the potatoes halfway ensures a uniformly crispy skin.
  • Toppings are optional and can be customized to your taste.
  • Cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer model and potato size.
  • Letting potatoes rest after cooking helps the steam finish cooking the insides, making them fluffier.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/air-fryer-baked-potato-recipe/