Air-Fryer Baked Potatoes
Air-Fryer Baked Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, transforming simple russet potatoes into fluffy, buttery delights with a perfectly crispy skin. This easy recipe guarantees restaurant-quality results every time, making them ideal for casual dinners or special occasions. Customize each potato with your favorite toppings like sour cream and chives for a delicious twist that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized russet potatoes (about 6–8 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- Toppings: sour cream, chives, shredded cheese (as desired)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and thoroughly dry the russet potatoes.
- Poke several holes in each potato to allow steam to escape.
- Rub each potato with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Place the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and tender inside.
- Let cool slightly, slice open lengthwise, fluff insides with a fork, and add toppings of choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked potato (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to try different seasonings like garlic powder or paprika before cooking for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days; reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.